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BAH 919X

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

5,562 mi
Last recorded5,562 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 919X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 5,562 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 5,017 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 5,017 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam Faulty 10 amp fuse poor connection (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2021 4,958 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 4,853 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 4,708 miles

Front front brake fluid looks dark ,requires replacement

Fail 13 Mar 2019 4,708 miles

Front front brake fluid looks dark ,requires replacement

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 4,666 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 4,462 miles

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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BAH 919X is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BAH 919X, 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

How do I check the history of BAH 919X?

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What year was BAH 919X registered?

BAH 919X is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is BAH 919X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAH 919X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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