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VWL 662X

1982 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,831 mi
Last recorded34,831 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ65034,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWL 662X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 22 Mar 2023 34,831 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 34,387 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 34,855 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 34,055 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 33,809 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 33,248 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 32,970 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 32,409 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 32,145 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 31,388 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 29,751 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 29,714 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 29,435 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 29,018 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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VWL 662X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 34,387 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 VWL 662X, 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 44 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 VWL 662X registered?

VWL 662X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 17 March 1982.

Is VWL 662X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWL 662X shows 14 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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