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E498 BTL

1987 Yamaha XJ650

Red Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,604 mi
Last recorded33,604 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE498 BTL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2023 33,604 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 33,487 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 33,411 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 23,364 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 20,264 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 19,160 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 18,866 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 18,578 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 18,278 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 17,164 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 15,793 miles

rear tyre walls showing signs of aging

Pass 15 Jan 2010 14,337 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 12,432 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 10,091 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2006 10,074 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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E498 BTL is a 1987 Yamaha XJ650 in Red with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E498 BTL, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E498 BTL registered?

E498 BTL is a 1987 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 3 August 1987.

Is E498 BTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E498 BTL shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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