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A197 OJN

1983 Yamaha XT550

Black Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,900 mi
Last recorded18,900 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2010
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT55024,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA197 OJN
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2010 18,900 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2010 18,900 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 18,882 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 18,816 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 18,805 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 18,775 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 18,654 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT550?

Based on 1,213 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 10
Wheel spoke excessively loose 10
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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A197 OJN is a 1983 Yamaha XT550 in Black with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,271 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 XT550 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A197 OJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT550 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A197 OJN registered?

A197 OJN is a 1983 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 1 November 1983.

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The MOT history for A197 OJN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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