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BOT 339V

1998 Yamaha XS850

Black Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOT 339V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 311 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 49 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 20 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 20 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 2,090 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 2,090 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 302 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 302 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS850?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Direction indicators not working 6
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BOT 339V is a 1998 Yamaha XS850 in Black with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BOT 339V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS850 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BOT 339V registered?

BOT 339V is a 1998 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 14 December 1998.

Is BOT 339V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOT 339V shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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