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A950 KTA

1983 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,387 mi
Last recorded38,387 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ55037,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA950 KTA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2013 38,387 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 38,350 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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A950 KTA is a 1983 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 37,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A950 KTA, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A950 KTA registered?

A950 KTA is a 1983 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 23 August 1983.

Is A950 KTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A950 KTA shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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