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OUD 242T

1978 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,554 mi
Last recorded35,554 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS65022,064 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUD 242T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2014 35,554 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 35,554 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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OUD 242T is a 1978 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 22,064 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 OUD 242T, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OUD 242T registered?

OUD 242T is a 1978 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is OUD 242T safe to buy?

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