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OAT 830V

1980 Yamaha XJ650

Red Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

59,723 mi
Last recorded59,723 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XJ65040,839 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAT 830V
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 59,723 miles

fuel cap seals slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Apr 2020 59,506 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018
Pass 1 Apr 2017 59,281 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Apr 2017 59,281 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 57,399 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 57,399 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 57,390 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 57,005 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 56,353 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 54,816 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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OAT 830V is a 1980 Yamaha XJ650 in Red with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 OAT 830V, 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 OAT 830V registered?

OAT 830V is a 1980 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 30 December 1980.

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