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AKX 769X

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,539 mi
Last recorded5,539 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 769X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 5,539 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 5,485 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 5,452 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 5,446 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018
Pass 13 Jan 2012 37,551 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front brake binding slightly .

Front sidelight not located in headlight correctly .

Number plate light inoperative

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 37,537 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 37,537 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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AKX 769X is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 21,725 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AKX 769X, 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 45 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 AKX 769X registered?

AKX 769X is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 7 July 1981.

Is AKX 769X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKX 769X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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