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GFL 928W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,608 mi
Last recorded30,608 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFL 928W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 30,608 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

slight movement on fuel tank mountings

Pass 30 May 2012 30,340 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 May 2012 30,340 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2011 29,810 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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GFL 928W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GFL 928W, 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 GFL 928W registered?

GFL 928W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 28 February 1981.

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