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TWR 295W

1981 Yamaha XS850

Black Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,033 mi
Last recorded44,033 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS85043,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWR 295W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 44,033 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 43,372 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 42,279 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 40,626 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 3 Jul 2009 39,443 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front mudguard slightly corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2009 39,443 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front mudguard slightly corroded

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS850?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Direction indicators not working 6
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TWR 295W is a 1981 Yamaha XS850 in Black with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 43,510 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 XS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TWR 295W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS850 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TWR 295W registered?

TWR 295W is a 1981 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is TWR 295W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWR 295W shows 6 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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