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J62 SFC

1992 Yamaha XS850

Silver Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

33,954 mi
Last recorded33,954 miles
Recorded on30 May 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ62 SFC
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2015 33,954 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 33,954 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no plate broken

Pass 13 May 2014 33,324 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 33,196 miles

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

bolts missing from front fairings

n/s front fairing damage

o/s front brake pads wearing low

Pass 28 Mar 2011 33,117 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 32,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 9 Jun 2009 32,460 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 31,916 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 31,436 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 31,434 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2005 31,096 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS850?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Direction indicators not working 6
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J62 SFC is a 1992 Yamaha XS850 in Silver with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J62 SFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS850 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 34 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J62 SFC registered?

J62 SFC is a 1992 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 7 July 1992.

Is J62 SFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J62 SFC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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