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ULA 546W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

302 mi
Last recorded302 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULA 546W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 302 miles
Fail 22 May 2019

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 275 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 11 Jul 2016 46 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 1,203 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 12 Jul 2014 843 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 6 Jul 2013 113 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 113 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 6 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 6 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 40,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 40,562 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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ULA 546W 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 66.7%.

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 ULA 546W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ULA 546W registered?

ULA 546W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ULA 546W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULA 546W shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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