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ULA 808W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,843 mi
Last recorded32,843 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULA 808W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2021 32,843 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 32,620 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 32,323 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 32,189 miles

Rear tyre is close to legal limit

Pass 20 Jul 2017 31,761 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 31,253 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 30,501 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 29,235 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 28,614 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Wing mirrors not fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2012 28,101 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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 808W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 ULA 808W, 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 808W registered?

ULA 808W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ULA 808W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULA 808W shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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