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YBM 815X

1981 Yamaha XS650

Beige Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS65021,725 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBM 815X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 May 2018 1 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 25,979 miles
Pass 4 May 2015 25,381 miles
Fail 4 May 2015 25,381 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 26 May 2014 24,761 miles
Fail 26 May 2014 24,761 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 20 May 2013 24,139 miles

Centre Rear Upper Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 20 May 2013 24,139 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 23,515 miles

Offside Front Lower Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 25 May 2012 23,515 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 22,691 miles
Pass 3 May 2010 22,113 miles
Fail 3 May 2010 22,113 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 21,338 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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YBM 815X is a 1981 Yamaha XS650 in Beige with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YBM 815X, 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 YBM 815X registered?

YBM 815X is a 1981 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 10 November 1981.

Is YBM 815X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBM 815X shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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