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HNF 539Y

1983 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

73,906 mi
Last recorded73,906 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ65037,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNF 539Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Feb 2026 73,906 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre designed for front wheel use fitted to the rear wheel (5.2.3 (a))

Front Footrest rubbers taped, replace.

Riders seat insecure Not locked on (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Was reving up when steering turned to the right. Throttle cable was routed through brake hose keeper. (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 73,491 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front left fork (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Feb 2025 73,491 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front left fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 73,225 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 72,685 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 72,566 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 69,024 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 60,405 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 54,940 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 48,119 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 39,561 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 33,287 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 33,267 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 32,664 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 31,229 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 30,239 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 29,878 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 28,856 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 26,707 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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HNF 539Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 37,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HNF 539Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HNF 539Y registered?

HNF 539Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HNF 539Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNF 539Y shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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