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VAH 640X

1981 Yamaha XJ650

Silver Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,277 mi
Last recorded29,277 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2014
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ65035,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAH 640X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2014 29,277 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2013 28,780 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 28,383 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 28,370 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 27,211 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 27,084 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 26,686 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 26,654 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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VAH 640X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 in Silver with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 35,274 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 VAH 640X, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VAH 640X registered?

VAH 640X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 5 August 1981.

Is VAH 640X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAH 640X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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