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A861 KGV

1984 Yamaha XT550

Black Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,291 mi
Last recorded26,291 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XT55031,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA861 KGV
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2025 26,291 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 26,210 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 26,142 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 25,800 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 25,179 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 24,886 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 24,283 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 24,254 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 24,228 miles

small rear number plate fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2006 24,200 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2005 23,901 miles

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

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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A861 KGV is a 1984 Yamaha XT550 in Black with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 31,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A861 KGV, 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 42 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A861 KGV registered?

A861 KGV is a 1984 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 29 June 1984.

Is A861 KGV safe to buy?

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