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A222 ESX

1984 Yamaha XJ550

Silver Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,339 mi
Last recorded51,339 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XJ55029,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA222 ESX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 51,339 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 50,394 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 50,381 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 30 May 2009 48,106 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 30 May 2008 46,403 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ550?

Based on 1,853 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 14
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A222 ESX is a 1984 Yamaha XJ550 in Silver with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 29,979 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 XJ550 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A222 ESX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ550 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A222 ESX registered?

A222 ESX is a 1984 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 1 June 1984.

Is A222 ESX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A222 ESX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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