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SKL 655W

1981 Yamaha XJ650

Blue Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,127 mi
Last recorded16,127 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ65035,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKL 655W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2013 16,127 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 15,879 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 15,768 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,561 miles

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

front tyre appears split/cracked and whilst not afailable item i advise its condition to be unsafe

Pass 27 Apr 2009 15,141 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 14,988 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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SKL 655W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 in Blue with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 35,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SKL 655W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SKL 655W registered?

SKL 655W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is SKL 655W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKL 655W shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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