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BCV 121T

1979 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS65021,468 mi
4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCV 121T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020
Fail 5 Jun 2020

Rear Brake cylinder leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2007
Fail 26 Jun 2007

Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2006
Fail 9 Jun 2006

Braking system does not have an approriate system/s fitted according to its age (3.1.1)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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BCV 121T is a 1979 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 21,468 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 BCV 121T, 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 47 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 BCV 121T registered?

BCV 121T is a 1979 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 19 June 1979.

Is BCV 121T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCV 121T shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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