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KPN 950W

1980 Yamaha XS850

Black Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

43,105 mi
Last recorded43,105 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS85035,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPN 950W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 43,105 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 42,514 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread stepping (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 41,719 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 41,190 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 41,175 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2015 40,496 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 39,618 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 39,280 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 38,802 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 38,428 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 37,802 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 37,197 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 36,811 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 36,173 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 36,100 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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KPN 950W is a 1980 Yamaha XS850 in Black with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KPN 950W, 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

How do I check the history of KPN 950W?

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What year was KPN 950W registered?

KPN 950W is a 1980 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 28 August 1980.

Is KPN 950W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPN 950W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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