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RHL 228X

1994 Yamaha XJ650

Silver Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,824 mi
Last recorded29,824 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHL 228X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 29,824 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion x2 (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. rear swing arm (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 27,850 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 24,474 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 24,461 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 20,765 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 17,547 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 16,514 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 16,514 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ650?

Based on 2,779 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
393
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Direction indicator not working 16
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RHL 228X is a 1994 Yamaha XJ650 in Silver with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJ650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RHL 228X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ650 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 32 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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RHL 228X is a 1994 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 1 October 1994.

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