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EFH 634T

1979 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,246 mi
Last recorded2,246 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS65021,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFH 634T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 2,246 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 1,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 1,609 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 1,427 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 1,412 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

front tyre side walls cracking

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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EFH 634T is a 1979 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EFH 634T, 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 EFH 634T registered?

EFH 634T is a 1979 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 23 May 1979.

Is EFH 634T safe to buy?

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