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RFX 151W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFX 151W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025

Offside Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swingarm pivot has slight movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2014
Pass 20 Jul 2013 25,229 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 24,988 miles

Chain guard has been removed!

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 May 2012 24,988 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Chain guard has been removed!

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlight "tell tale" not working!

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2011 24,977 miles

Brake rod slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 24,977 miles

Brake rod slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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RFX 151W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RFX 151W, 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 RFX 151W registered?

RFX 151W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RFX 151W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFX 151W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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