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HGL 848W

1981 Yamaha XS

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

23,267 mi
Last recorded23,267 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS21,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGL 848W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 23,267 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 23,088 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Frame has been modified from standard

Fail 17 May 2018 23,066 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Frame has been modified from standard

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock lower (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock lower (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 22,966 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play in swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Apr 2017 22,966 miles

Direction indicator missing all (1.5.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play in swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Jul 2015 22,802 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 22,555 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 22,310 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 22,307 miles

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)

Pass 8 May 2012 22,102 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

no rear footrests

rear seat cowling metal has razor sharp edges !!

Fail 8 May 2012 22,102 miles

Lower Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

no rear footrests

rear seat cowling metal has razor sharp edges !!

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS?

Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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HGL 848W is a 1981 Yamaha XS in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 21,523 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 XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGL 848W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HGL 848W registered?

HGL 848W is a 1981 Yamaha XS, first registered on 28 January 1981.

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