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VLK 553X

1981 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,724 mi
Last recorded9,724 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLK 553X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2022 9,724 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 9,724 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 9,709 miles

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 27 Jul 2017 9,549 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 9,264 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 9,202 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 8,897 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 8,527 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 8,525 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 8,521 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 8,520 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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VLK 553X is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VLK 553X, 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.

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What year was VLK 553X registered?

VLK 553X is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 22 September 1981.

Is VLK 553X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLK 553X shows 11 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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