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KGY 471V

1980 Yamaha XS850

Red Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,746 mi
Last recorded16,746 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2022
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS85035,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGY 471V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2022 16,746 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 16,707 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 16,700 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 16,686 miles

front brake binding slightly

Fail 11 Aug 2015 16,686 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

front brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Jul 2011 16,576 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 16,407 miles

fuel cap seal is lightly cracked

Pass 4 Jul 2009 16,275 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 16,176 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 1,611 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 16,060 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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KGY 471V is a 1980 Yamaha XS850 in Red with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KGY 471V, 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 KGY 471V registered?

KGY 471V is a 1980 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 19 June 1980.

Is KGY 471V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGY 471V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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