MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,580 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
rear tyre walls cracked .
un able to see either brake fluid levels as reservoirs discoloured.
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Fuel system component leaking fuel tap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
rear tyre walls cracked .
un able to see either brake fluid levels as reservoirs discoloured.
rear tyre wall slightly perished
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
rear tyre quite perished on side walls. seat base rusty around fastening points.
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
rear tyre starting to crack
seat base deteriorated
rear tyre starting to crack
seat base deteriorated
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
slight fuel leak on carb
nearside grip slightly damaged
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Yamaha XS650?
Based on 7,134 MOT tests across 1,506 vehicles.
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EFX 838T is a 1998 Yamaha XS650 in Blue with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
Across all 1998 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 19,312 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 EFX 838T, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was EFX 838T registered?
EFX 838T is a 1998 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 June 1998.
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