MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,923 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Oil leak
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
front brake lever slightly stiff in movement.
Oil leak
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
front brake lever slightly stiff in movement.
How Reliable is the Yamaha XS850?
Based on 927 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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.
A708 OBU is a 1984 Yamaha XS850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1984 Yamaha XS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 33,448 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 A708 OBU, 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 42 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 A708 OBU?
You can check the full history of A708 OBU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was A708 OBU registered?
A708 OBU is a 1984 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 19 June 1984.
Is A708 OBU safe to buy?
The MOT history for A708 OBU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does A708 OBU 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 A708 OBU. 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.