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FVK 616W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Purple Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

28,775 mi
Last recorded28,775 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVK 616W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2014 28,775 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 28,775 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 28,245 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 27,199 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 26,584 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 26,584 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 20 Oct 2008 26,549 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 26,243 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 10 Mar 2007 26,243 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

clutch lever broken.

Fail 5 Mar 2007 26,239 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2006 26,063 miles

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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FVK 616W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Purple with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 21,725 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 FVK 616W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FVK 616W registered?

FVK 616W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is FVK 616W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVK 616W shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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