CarVerify

Free Car Check

XOB 126T

1978 Yamaha XS850

Brown Petrol 826cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

1,867 mi
Last recorded1,867 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOB 126T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 1,867 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 237 miles

Front no front mudguard fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2020 6,097 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 6,097 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 4,551 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

no front or rear mudguards fitted

Fail 9 May 2019 4,503 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

no front or rear mudguards fitted

Pass 4 May 2018 3,080 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 1,612 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 37 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS850?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Direction indicators not working 6
Full Yamaha XS850 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

XOB 126T is a 1978 Yamaha XS850 in Brown with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XOB 126T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS850 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XOB 126T?

You can check the full history of XOB 126T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XOB 126T registered?

XOB 126T is a 1978 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 15 December 1978.

Is XOB 126T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOB 126T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XOB 126T have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on XOB 126T. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.