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JRV 542X

1999 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,042 mi
Last recorded64,042 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRV 542X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2012 64,042 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 63,964 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 56,585 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 40,439 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2007 37,188 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2006 37,164 miles

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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JRV 542X is a 1999 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JRV 542X, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JRV 542X registered?

JRV 542X is a 1999 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 21 July 1999.

Is JRV 542X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRV 542X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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