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LEF 650W

1981 Yamaha XJ650

Silver Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,572 mi
Last recorded71,572 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ65035,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEF 650W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2025 71,572 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 65,476 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 63,949 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 58,763 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 54,535 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 52,252 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 50,364 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 47,626 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 45,843 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 43,456 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 40,095 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2014 37,819 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 36,048 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 33,326 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 30,749 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 30,650 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 30,300 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 30,282 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 30,052 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 29,314 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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LEF 650W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 in Silver with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LEF 650W, 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 LEF 650W registered?

LEF 650W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is LEF 650W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEF 650W shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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