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JYH 809W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Silver Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2015
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

61,583 mi
Last recorded61,583 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2014
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYH 809W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2014 61,583 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 61,583 miles

Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 61,581 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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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JYH 809W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Silver with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 21,725 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 XS650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JYH 809W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYH 809W registered?

JYH 809W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is JYH 809W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYH 809W shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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