MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,267 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Frame has been modified from standard
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))
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))
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))
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)
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 !!
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is HGL 848W safe to buy?
The MOT history for HGL 848W 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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