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HNV 53T

1979 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,715 mi
Last recorded11,715 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS65021,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNV 53T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2015 11,715 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 11,506 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 11,409 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

age related splits in side wall of rear tyre

Pass 4 May 2012 10,947 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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HNV 53T is a 1979 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HNV 53T, 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 HNV 53T registered?

HNV 53T is a 1979 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 14 June 1979.

Is HNV 53T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNV 53T shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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