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VLT 337X

1981 Yamaha XJ650

Red Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,587 mi
Last recorded48,587 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2010
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ65035,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLT 337X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2010 48,587 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 48,587 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.D1c)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 47,843 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 47,576 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 47,576 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 47,542 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 47,542 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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VLT 337X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650 in Red with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VLT 337X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLT 337X registered?

VLT 337X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 14 October 1981.

Is VLT 337X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLT 337X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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