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CMX 538T

1979 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,395 mi
Last recorded22,395 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2010
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS65021,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMX 538T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2010 22,395 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2009 22,250 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2008 21,929 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2007 21,812 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2006 21,468 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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CMX 538T is a 1979 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 21,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CMX 538T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CMX 538T registered?

CMX 538T is a 1979 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 8 June 1979.

Is CMX 538T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMX 538T shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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