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UNL 87Y

1983 Yamaha XJ650

Blue Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,658 mi
Last recorded38,658 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ65037,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNL 87Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 38,658 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 38,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 38,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 38,402 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 38,137 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2007 34,200 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 33,415 miles

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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UNL 87Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ650 in Blue with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 37,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UNL 87Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UNL 87Y registered?

UNL 87Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 8 April 1983.

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