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PRU 729W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Blue Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,595 mi
Last recorded44,595 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRU 729W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 44,595 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 44,566 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2018 44,129 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 42,716 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 41,869 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 41,869 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2015 40,612 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 40,612 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 38,937 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 36,945 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 35,096 miles

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

rear tyre has slight cracking

Pass 19 Jul 2011 32,436 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 29,745 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2009 14,959 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 13,150 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 9,797 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 7,305 miles

drive chain a little bit slack!

front wheel lateral run out 1.0mm!

loose spoke in rear wheel!

rear tyre tread depth 1.6mm in certain places!

rear wheel lateral run out 1.0mm!

Fail 14 Jul 2006 7,305 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

drive chain a little bit slack!

front wheel lateral run out 1.0mm!

loose spoke in rear wheel!

rear tyre tread depth 1.6mm in certain places!

rear wheel lateral run out 1.0mm!

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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PRU 729W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Blue with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PRU 729W, 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 PRU 729W registered?

PRU 729W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is PRU 729W safe to buy?

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