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A535 SVX

1984 Yamaha XS850

Black Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,065 mi
Last recorded13,065 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XS85033,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA535 SVX
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 13,065 miles

front brake reservoir fluid level near minimum

Pass 7 Sep 2021 13,044 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 12,911 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 12,768 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 12,701 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 12,012 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2016 9,612 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 9,181 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 9,181 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 8,341 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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A535 SVX is a 1984 Yamaha XS850 in Black with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 33,448 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A535 SVX, 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 42 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A535 SVX registered?

A535 SVX is a 1984 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 31 March 1984.

Is A535 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A535 SVX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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