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ORX 637X

1982 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,702 mi
Last recorded3,702 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS65018,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORX 637X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 3,702 miles

front tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 6 May 2022 3,136 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 2,424 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 284 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017
Pass 30 May 2014

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 May 2014

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 Feb 2013 5,356 miles

Chaingaurd missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 5,356 miles

Chaingaurd missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 2,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

chaingaurd missing

Pass 23 Dec 2010 3 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 13,026 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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ORX 637X is a 1982 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 18,175 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 ORX 637X, 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 44 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 ORX 637X registered?

ORX 637X is a 1982 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 28 April 1982.

Is ORX 637X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORX 637X shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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