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A427 UOP

1983 Yamaha XS850

Black Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,914 mi
Last recorded27,914 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XS85059,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA427 UOP
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 27,914 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 27,914 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 24,888 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 21,618 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS850?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Direction indicators not working 6
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A427 UOP is a 1983 Yamaha XS850 in Black with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 59,178 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A427 UOP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS850 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A427 UOP registered?

A427 UOP is a 1983 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A427 UOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A427 UOP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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