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SGC 289V

1980 Yamaha XS850

Red Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

44,338 mi
Last recorded44,338 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS85035,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGC 289V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 44,338 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 44,171 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 43,830 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 43,579 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 43,393 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 43,122 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 42,876 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 42,876 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 42,554 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 4,249 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 42,174 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 41,609 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 41,446 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS850?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Direction indicators not working 6
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SGC 289V is a 1980 Yamaha XS850 in Red with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SGC 289V, 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 SGC 289V registered?

SGC 289V is a 1980 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 17 June 1980.

Is SGC 289V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGC 289V shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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