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YWD 717X

1982 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

36,096 mi
Last recorded36,096 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS65018,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWD 717X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 36,096 miles

Front Front bearing slightly rough on rotation.

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

Fail 24 Jan 2025 36,096 miles

Front Front bearing slightly rough on rotation.

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 35,639 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 35,622 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 35,616 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 35,478 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 35,205 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 35,065 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 35,065 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 34,707 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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YWD 717X is a 1982 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 18,175 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 YWD 717X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YWD 717X registered?

YWD 717X is a 1982 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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