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YMX 586Y

1983 Yamaha XS850

Black Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,130 mi
Last recorded63,130 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XS85059,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMX 586Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 63,130 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both front (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Lower Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn brake rod (3.2.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 30 May 2016 63,130 miles

Direction indicators not working all four indicators (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on dipped beam (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both front (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Lower Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn brake rod (3.2.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2015 63,092 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2014 60,268 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2014 60,262 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)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2013 58,093 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 54,920 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 54,919 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 52,304 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 40,976 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 37,644 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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
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YMX 586Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS850 in Black with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 59,178 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 XS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YMX 586Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YMX 586Y registered?

YMX 586Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 25 March 1983.

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