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RAD 645W

1981 Yamaha XS850

Red Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,336 mi
Last recorded86,336 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS85043,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAD 645W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2019 86,336 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 86,133 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 85,817 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 85,118 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 84,158 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 83,511 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 83,055 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 82,484 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 81,465 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 77,358 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 75,830 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 72,206 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 64,356 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS850?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Direction indicators not working 6
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RAD 645W is a 1981 Yamaha XS850 in Red with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 43,510 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAD 645W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS850 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RAD 645W registered?

RAD 645W is a 1981 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is RAD 645W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAD 645W shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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