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RVH 589X

1982 Yamaha XS650

Red Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,595 mi
Last recorded20,595 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS65018,175 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVH 589X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 20,595 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2022 20,581 miles

Central Front Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 20,570 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 20,570 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2020 20,416 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 20,396 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 20,237 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 20,237 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 20,112 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 20,112 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 19,916 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 19,445 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 18,596 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 18,493 miles

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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RVH 589X is a 1982 Yamaha XS650 in Red with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RVH 589X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RVH 589X registered?

RVH 589X is a 1982 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 5 January 1982.

Is RVH 589X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVH 589X shows 14 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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