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HHY 406X

1981 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,673 mi
Last recorded31,673 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2014
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ65035,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHY 406X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2014 31,673 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 22,310 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 45,694 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 45,694 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 45,694 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 45,696 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 45,698 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 45,698 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 45,698 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Aug 2006 45,698 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ650?

Based on 2,779 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
393
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Direction indicator not working 16
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HHY 406X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 35,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJ650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HHY 406X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ650 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HHY 406X registered?

HHY 406X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 11 November 1981.

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The MOT history for HHY 406X shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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