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RHT 87Y

1983 Yamaha XJ650

Silver Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,558 mi
Last recorded10,558 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ65037,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHT 87Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 10,558 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 10,284 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 10,284 miles

Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 10,021 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 9,791 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 9,551 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 9,551 miles

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 9,364 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 8,945 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 8,945 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 8,521 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 8,515 miles

Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 8,291 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 8,031 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 8,031 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 7,686 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 7,686 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 7,222 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 6,567 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 6,567 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 6,063 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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RHT 87Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ650 in Silver with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 37,556 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 XJ650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RHT 87Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RHT 87Y registered?

RHT 87Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is RHT 87Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHT 87Y shows 21 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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