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ABW 687X

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Pink Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,568 mi
Last recorded11,568 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 687X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 11,568 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 11,561 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 10,156 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 7,924 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 May 2020 6,993 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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ABW 687X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Pink with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 35,446 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 ABW 687X, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ABW 687X?

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What year was ABW 687X registered?

ABW 687X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is ABW 687X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 687X 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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