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HCG 995W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Red Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,289 mi
Last recorded26,289 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCG 995W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 26,289 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 26,142 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 26,137 miles

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced Indicators not emitting a constant flashing light (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 26,032 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 25,951 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 25,940 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 25,342 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 24,127 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 23,812 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 23,812 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 23,739 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 23,739 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 23,448 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 22,729 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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HCG 995W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Red with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HCG 995W, 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 HCG 995W registered?

HCG 995W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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The MOT history for HCG 995W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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