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OPB 175W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

421 mi
Last recorded421 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPB 175W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 421 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 253 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 5 miles

Nearside Rear drive chain modified

Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2017 5 miles

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

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear drive chain modified

Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 5 miles

Lower oil leak

Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2007
Fail 17 Aug 2007

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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OPB 175W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OPB 175W, 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 OPB 175W registered?

OPB 175W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPB 175W safe to buy?

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