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KAO 43V

1993 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,402 mi
Last recorded58,402 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAO 43V
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2023 58,402 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2023 58,402 miles

Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose Bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 47,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 40,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2017 40,497 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 40,275 miles

Battery low on power

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

Oil leak

Starter solenoid appears to be sticking occasionally

Pass 31 Jul 2010 40,213 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 40,148 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 39,576 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 39,271 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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KAO 43V is a 1993 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KAO 43V, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KAO 43V registered?

KAO 43V is a 1993 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 11 May 1993.

Is KAO 43V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAO 43V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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