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ABW 985X

1997 Yamaha XJ550

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,589 mi
Last recorded65,589 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 985X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 65,589 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 65,565 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Engine has oil leak

Fail 28 Aug 2021 65,565 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Engine has oil leak

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 May 2020 65,439 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 65,355 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2018 65,335 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded Swing arm. (6.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 65,155 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp Masked

Pass 2 May 2015 64,640 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 May 2014 63,649 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 61,447 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 May 2013 61,447 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2012 61,123 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 985X is a 1997 Yamaha XJ550 in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 985X, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ABW 985X registered?

ABW 985X is a 1997 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 15 August 1997.

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