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WAR 609W

1993 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,012 mi
Last recorded24,012 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAR 609W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2020 24,012 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 23,998 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 23,944 miles

offside rear brake from exhaust to engine cracked

Fail 25 Jun 2013 23,944 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

offside rear brake from exhaust to engine cracked

Fail 29 Sep 2011 55,577 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 55,577 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 54,589 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 6 Nov 2010 54,589 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 14 Nov 2009 53,145 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 53,145 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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WAR 609W is a 1993 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WAR 609W, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WAR 609W registered?

WAR 609W is a 1993 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 5 July 1993.

Is WAR 609W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAR 609W shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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