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A656 SCK

1984 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

21,060 mi
Last recorded21,060 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XJ65038,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA656 SCK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 21,060 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 18,959 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 17,744 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 17,744 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 15,660 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 15,660 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2013 15,657 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 14,202 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 May 2010 14,202 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a) DANGEROUS

Horn control defective (1.7.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2009 12,808 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 10,831 miles

Nearside Front Upper Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 29 May 2008 10,831 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 9,718 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ650?

Based on 2,779 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
393
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Direction indicator not working 16
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A656 SCK is a 1984 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 38,783 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 XJ650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A656 SCK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ650 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A656 SCK is a 1984 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 30 December 1984.

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