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DEM 216X

1982 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

32,353 mi
Last recorded32,353 miles
Recorded on18 May 2020
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ65034,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEM 216X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2020 32,353 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 32,342 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 34,825 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 31,637 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Slight bind on front brake noticed at time of test

Pass 17 May 2014 30,889 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2014 30,878 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 15 May 2013 29,640 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 7 May 2013 29,624 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 28,661 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 27,327 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 26,183 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 19,191 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2009 19,191 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 17,631 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ650?

Based on 2,779 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
393
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Direction indicator not working 16
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DEM 216X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 34,387 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 XJ650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DEM 216X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ650 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DEM 216X registered?

DEM 216X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is DEM 216X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEM 216X shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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