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YAV 208X

1999 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,344 mi
Last recorded2,344 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAV 208X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 2,344 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 1,133 miles

Front brake hose not fitted in to hose clip - but still secured.

Headlight glass temporarily masked - to flatten beam image in headlight tester.

Not fitted with indicators - not required.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play Knocks when braking. (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 6,278 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 6,278 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 6,277 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 18 Aug 2010 6,722 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 6,277 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 7 Aug 2009 6,277 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2008 3,892 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 721 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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YAV 208X is a 1999 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YAV 208X, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YAV 208X registered?

YAV 208X is a 1999 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is YAV 208X safe to buy?

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