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XEL 588X

1982 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,761 mi
Last recorded37,761 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ65034,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEL 588X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 37,761 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 37,756 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 37,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 37,746 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 37,471 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 37,329 miles

exhausts have been changed for mot

Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,055 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 37,055 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 36,440 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 35,969 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 35,525 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 34,937 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 34,823 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 34,470 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 34,464 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 May 2007 30,382 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 30,154 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 588X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 588X, 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 588X registered?

XEL 588X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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