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UNK 855W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,548 mi
Last recorded28,548 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNK 855W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 28,548 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 28,543 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

split pin missing from rear brake anchor

Pass 26 Oct 2006 28,539 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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UNK 855W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 UNK 855W, 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 UNK 855W registered?

UNK 855W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is UNK 855W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNK 855W shows 3 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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