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WAR 691W

1981 Yamaha XS650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,902 mi
Last recorded35,902 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAR 691W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 35,902 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 35,902 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 35,902 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 35,902 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 35,889 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 35,593 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 35,593 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 34,359 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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WAR 691W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 WAR 691W, 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 WAR 691W registered?

WAR 691W is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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