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XEL 498X

1982 Yamaha XJ650

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,326 mi
Last recorded36,326 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ65034,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEL 498X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 36,326 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 41,584 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2012 41,584 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 38,539 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Nov 2011 38,539 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2010 33,041 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 30,563 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 29,175 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 28,401 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 28,354 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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XEL 498X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ650 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 XEL 498X, 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 XEL 498X registered?

XEL 498X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is XEL 498X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEL 498X shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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