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KSD 85W

1980 Yamaha XS850

Red Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,643 mi
Last recorded31,643 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS85035,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKSD 85W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 31,643 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 31,519 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 30,438 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 30,140 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 30,138 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 29,592 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2007 29,315 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 28,323 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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KSD 85W is a 1980 Yamaha XS850 in Red with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KSD 85W, 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 KSD 85W registered?

KSD 85W is a 1980 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 14 November 1980.

Is KSD 85W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KSD 85W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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