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MNL 608X

1982 Yamaha XJ650

Silver Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,507 mi
Last recorded58,507 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ65034,387 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNL 608X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 58,507 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 58,504 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Brake rod slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

clocks do not illuminate

corrosion to front oil lines

corrosion to rear brake retaining arm

corrosion to rear shock absorbers

fork stanchions pitted

main beam warning light does not illuminate

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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MNL 608X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ650 in Silver with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 34,387 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 MNL 608X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MNL 608X registered?

MNL 608X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 26 February 1982.

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