MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
956 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Nearside Upper Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Centre Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XS650?
Based on 7,134 MOT tests across 1,506 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OPA 242W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 OPA 242W, 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 OPA 242W registered?
OPA 242W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 March 1981.
Is OPA 242W safe to buy?
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