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TOD 52X

1981 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,590 mi
Last recorded79,590 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2010
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ65035,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOD 52X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2010 79,590 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 78,260 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 78,260 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 77,953 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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TOD 52X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TOD 52X, 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 TOD 52X registered?

TOD 52X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is TOD 52X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOD 52X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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