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JAO 655V

1980 Yamaha XS850

Black Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,658 mi
Last recorded42,658 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2011
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS85035,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAO 655V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2011 42,658 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 36,802 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 33,915 miles

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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JAO 655V is a 1980 Yamaha XS850 in Black with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 35,122 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JAO 655V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JAO 655V registered?

JAO 655V is a 1980 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 1 July 1980.

Is JAO 655V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAO 655V shows 3 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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