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MFR 7X

1981 Yamaha XJ650

Red Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,708 mi
Last recorded49,708 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ65035,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFR 7X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 49,708 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 49,685 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 49,680 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 49,676 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 49,676 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 49,620 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 49,620 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 49,600 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 49,373 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2007 49,373 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 13 May 2006 48,645 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 48,643 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (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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MFR 7X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 in Red with a 653cc 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 MFR 7X, 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 MFR 7X registered?

MFR 7X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 18 August 1981.

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