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FEW 904V

1995 Yamaha XS850

Black Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

26,619 mi
Last recorded26,619 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEW 904V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2011 26,619 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

exhaust clamp loose

fuel hoses starting to split

Fail 16 Nov 2011 26,619 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

exhaust clamp loose

fuel hoses starting to split

Pass 9 Apr 2010 26,152 miles

oil leak from final drive

rear brake pads low

tyres flat

Fail 26 Nov 2009 26,141 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 24 Nov 2008 25,901 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

handlebar mountings wearing

rear brake pads appear low

Pass 24 Nov 2008 25,901 miles

handlebar mountings wearing

rear brake pads appear low

Pass 4 Dec 2007 25,436 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front brake lines starting to perish

handlebar flexible mountings starting to wear

Fail 3 Dec 2007 25,422 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front brake lines starting to perish

handlebar flexible mountings starting to wear

Pass 30 Nov 2006 24,449 miles

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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FEW 904V is a 1995 Yamaha XS850 in Black with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 FEW 904V, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FEW 904V registered?

FEW 904V is a 1995 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 16 October 1995.

Is FEW 904V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEW 904V shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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