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POD 942W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Blue Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

245 mi
Last recorded245 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOD 942W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 245 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 223 miles

Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 1 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 1 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Sep 2018

Chain guard missing ()

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Measures 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp mask fitted

Modified frame, no rear suspension

Rear Brake component slightly loose Flex in operation of mounting bracket - support needed (1.1.21 (c))

Speedo drive mechanism location missing

Fail 4 Sep 2018

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Top of fork tube (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Offside carburettor (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering slightly heavy

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever perch loose

Front Axle locking device missing

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Measures 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Modified frame, no rear suspension

Rear Axle locking device missing

Rear Brake component slightly loose Flex in operation of mounting bracket - support needed (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake reaction bracket locking devices missing

Speedo drive mechanism location missing

Pass 16 Aug 2014 15,467 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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POD 942W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Blue with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 POD 942W, 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 POD 942W registered?

POD 942W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 March 1981.

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