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KMP 151W

1981 Yamaha XJ650

Silver Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,286 mi
Last recorded27,286 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ65035,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMP 151W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 27,286 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 27,143 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear rear tyre slightly perished on side walls

Fail 22 Mar 2021 27,143 miles

Rear Brake component insecure reaction arm bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear rear tyre slightly perished on side walls

Pass 20 Aug 2020 27,068 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Aug 2020 27,068 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 26,508 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear rear tyre slightly perishing on side walls

slight oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2018 25,642 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 25,440 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 25,440 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 25,047 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2016 25,047 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 23,767 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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KMP 151W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 in Silver with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 35,274 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 KMP 151W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KMP 151W registered?

KMP 151W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 30 March 1981.

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