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OPB 182W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPB 182W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018

Exhaust noisy

Pass 17 Aug 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 19 Jul 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2014

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014
Pass 17 Jul 2013

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2012
Pass 5 Jan 2011
Pass 9 May 2008 11,967 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2007 6,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight pitting in f/ legs

Fail 5 Apr 2006 1,996 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 1,996 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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OPB 182W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 182W, 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 182W registered?

OPB 182W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPB 182W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPB 182W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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