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B500 MPV

1984 Yamaha XJ550

Red Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

31,536 mi
Last recorded31,536 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2013
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XJ55029,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB500 MPV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2013 31,536 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Dec 2013 31,536 miles

Nearside Front Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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B500 MPV is a 1984 Yamaha XJ550 in Red with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 29,979 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 B500 MPV, 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 42 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B500 MPV registered?

B500 MPV is a 1984 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 15 October 1984.

Is B500 MPV safe to buy?

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