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NPV 650W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,129 mi
Last recorded49,129 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPV 650W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2016 49,129 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 49,074 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 47,772 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 46,629 miles

intermittent fault on rear lights

pillion footrests in poor condition.

Pass 23 Jul 2012 45,394 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 45,394 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2011 43,651 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 42,236 miles

front tyre deteriorated (splitting)

indicators not fitted

stop lamp not operating on front brake

Pass 6 Jul 2009 40,286 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

front tyre cracked but not exposing cord

Pass 1 Jul 2008 38,194 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 36,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

indicators not fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2006 34,856 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS650?

Based on 7,134 MOT tests across 1,506 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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NPV 650W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 21,725 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NPV 650W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NPV 650W registered?

NPV 650W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 16 January 1981.

Is NPV 650W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPV 650W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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