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NPW 779V

1980 Yamaha XJ650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,401 mi
Last recorded42,401 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XJ65040,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPW 779V
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 42,401 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 41,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 40,794 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 40,794 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 39,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

exhaust slightly deteriated

Pass 25 Sep 2017 39,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 38,134 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 37,132 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 34,838 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 34,838 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 33,188 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 31 Mar 2011 33,183 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 33,167 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 33,158 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 33,148 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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NPW 779V is a 1980 Yamaha XJ650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 40,839 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 NPW 779V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NPW 779V registered?

NPW 779V is a 1980 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is NPW 779V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPW 779V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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