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AVG 553W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Red Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

27,568 mi
Last recorded27,568 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVG 553W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 27,568 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 26,793 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 26,773 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 25,902 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both leaking (5.3.2 (b))

front forks pitted

Fail 5 Jun 2018 25,899 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both leaking (5.3.2 (b))

front forks pitted

Pass 10 Apr 2017 25,555 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 25,368 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 25,368 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 25,235 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 25,235 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 37,469 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 36,856 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 36,496 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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AVG 553W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Red with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AVG 553W, 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 AVG 553W registered?

AVG 553W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is AVG 553W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVG 553W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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