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SKX 539W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

16,513 mi
Last recorded16,513 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKX 539W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2021 16,513 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component tyre obviously too wide and slightly fouling swing arm and chain guard (5.2.3 (f))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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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SKX 539W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 21,725 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 SKX 539W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SKX 539W registered?

SKX 539W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is SKX 539W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKX 539W shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SKX 539W have outstanding finance?

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