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ABW 829X

1982 Yamaha XS650

Maroon Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,514 mi
Last recorded2,514 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS65018,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 829X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1982
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2021 2,514 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2020 2,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Mar 2020 2,033 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose broken (5.2.2 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 1 miles

Front Indicators not fitted at time of test

Rear Indicators not fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS650?

Based on 7,134 MOT tests across 1,506 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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ABW 829X is a 1982 Yamaha XS650 in Maroon with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 18,175 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 XS650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABW 829X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABW 829X registered?

ABW 829X is a 1982 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is ABW 829X safe to buy?

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