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EBA 568T

1979 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,757 mi
Last recorded29,757 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS65021,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBA 568T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 29,757 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 29,757 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 May 2018 28,390 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 27,588 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 27,588 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 26,956 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 26,956 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 26,560 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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EBA 568T is a 1979 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EBA 568T, 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 EBA 568T registered?

EBA 568T is a 1979 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 6 July 1979.

Is EBA 568T safe to buy?

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