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TEP 496Y

1983 Yamaha XS650

Maroon Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2023
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,850 mi
Last recorded15,850 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XS65017,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEP 496Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1983
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Jan 2022 15,850 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 15,431 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 14,960 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 14,571 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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TEP 496Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS650 in Maroon with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 17,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TEP 496Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TEP 496Y registered?

TEP 496Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is TEP 496Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEP 496Y shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TEP 496Y have outstanding finance?

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