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OPB 199W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Silver Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

707 mi
Last recorded707 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPB 199W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 707 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 607 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 488 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 301 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 1 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 1 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 19,647 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 19,096 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 199W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Silver with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 199W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OPB 199W registered?

OPB 199W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPB 199W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPB 199W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPB 199W have outstanding finance?

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