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BFW 679W

1980 Yamaha XJ650

Grey Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,453 mi
Last recorded32,453 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XJ65040,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 679W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 32,453 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 32,453 miles

Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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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BFW 679W is a 1980 Yamaha XJ650 in Grey with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 40,839 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 BFW 679W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFW 679W registered?

BFW 679W is a 1980 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is BFW 679W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 679W shows 2 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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