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KUC 678W

1981 Yamaha XJ650

White Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,149 mi
Last recorded29,149 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ65035,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUC 678W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 29,149 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 10 Aug 2019 29,132 miles

slight leak at manifold exhaust

Pass 7 Jul 2018 70,193 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 449 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 97,883 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 93,656 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 92,846 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 91,042 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 89,184 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 89,184 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 88,157 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 87,650 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 84,448 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 58,390 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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KUC 678W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 in White with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KUC 678W, 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.

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What year was KUC 678W registered?

KUC 678W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is KUC 678W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUC 678W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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