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TEH 343W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

867 mi
Last recorded867 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2020
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEH 343W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2020 867 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 618 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 618 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 26 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 1,395 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 1,392 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2011 1,365 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 727 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 40 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 97 miles

no lights fitted at test.no indicators fitted at test.only used during daylight hours and not used at times of reduced visibilty.

Pass 15 May 2007 23,976 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 May 2006 22,995 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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TEH 343W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TEH 343W, 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 TEH 343W registered?

TEH 343W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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The MOT history for TEH 343W shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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