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A388 KWY

1983 Yamaha XT550

Black Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,523 mi
Last recorded31,523 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT55024,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA388 KWY
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 31,523 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 31,523 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 31,170 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 30,457 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 30,457 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2013 30,430 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Oct 2012 30,331 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 29,774 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 29,771 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2009 28,811 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 27,881 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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A388 KWY is a 1983 Yamaha XT550 in Black with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 A388 KWY, 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 A388 KWY registered?

A388 KWY is a 1983 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 2 September 1983.

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The MOT history for A388 KWY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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