MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,578 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XS850?
Based on 927 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.
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RGF 85V is a 1980 Yamaha XS850 in Black with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1980 Yamaha XS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 35,122 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 XS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RGF 85V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was RGF 85V registered?
RGF 85V is a 1980 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 30 April 1980.
Is RGF 85V safe to buy?
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