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LMY 256W

1980 Yamaha XS850

Red Petrol 826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,087 mi
Last recorded48,087 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2007
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS85035,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMY 256W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS850
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine826cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2007 48,087 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS850?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Direction indicators not working 6
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LMY 256W is a 1980 Yamaha XS850 in Red with a 826cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 35,122 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LMY 256W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LMY 256W registered?

LMY 256W is a 1980 Yamaha XS850, first registered on 12 September 1980.

Is LMY 256W safe to buy?

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