MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,570 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake hose excessively twisted (3.2.B3a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)
Offside Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ550?
Based on 1,853 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AFM 869W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 AFM 869W, 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.
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What year was AFM 869W registered?
AFM 869W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 27 March 1981.
Is AFM 869W safe to buy?
The MOT history for AFM 869W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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