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RAF 745Y

1982 Yamaha XS650

Red Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,504 mi
Last recorded38,504 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2009
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS65018,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAF 745Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2009 38,504 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 37,926 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 37,904 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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RAF 745Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS650 in Red with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RAF 745Y, 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.

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What year was RAF 745Y registered?

RAF 745Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 6 October 1982.

Is RAF 745Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAF 745Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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