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AGT 431W

1996 Yamaha XJ550

Silver Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,956 mi
Last recorded19,956 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ55035,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGT 431W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2008 19,956 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 16,281 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 Sep 2007 16,281 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 12,017 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 7,088 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2005 7,088 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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AGT 431W is a 1996 Yamaha XJ550 in Silver with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 35,286 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 AGT 431W, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AGT 431W registered?

AGT 431W is a 1996 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is AGT 431W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGT 431W shows 6 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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