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FFA 898Y

1983 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

860 mi
Last recorded860 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XS65017,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFA 898Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 860 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2013

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2012

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 22 May 2012

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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FFA 898Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 17,774 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 FFA 898Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FFA 898Y registered?

FFA 898Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FFA 898Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFA 898Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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