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JHH 590V

1980 Yamaha XJ650

Silver Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,479 mi
Last recorded26,479 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XJ65040,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHH 590V
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 26,479 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 26,450 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 26,447 miles

Fuel system component leaking petrol tap not shutting off causing fuel to overflow from carburettors (7.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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JHH 590V is a 1980 Yamaha XJ650 in Silver with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 40,839 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JHH 590V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JHH 590V registered?

JHH 590V is a 1980 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 1 July 1980.

Is JHH 590V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHH 590V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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