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HNK 884V

1979 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,576 mi
Last recorded20,576 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS65021,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNK 884V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 20,576 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 20,521 miles

rear tyre has small cracks

Pass 6 Aug 2014 20,461 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 20,243 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 20,216 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 20,216 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 20,127 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 20,032 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 19,854 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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HNK 884V is a 1979 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 21,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HNK 884V, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HNK 884V registered?

HNK 884V is a 1979 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 8 August 1979.

Is HNK 884V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNK 884V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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