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BAH 848X

1982 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

54,446 mi
Last recorded54,446 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 1982 Yamaha Xj34,257 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 848X
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 54,446 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2021 54,417 miles

All direction indicators not working all not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2019 53,438 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 53,396 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel more than one fixing missing split pin (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jan 2017 52,710 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 52,697 miles

Central Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Nearside Fuel system component insecure Fuel Tank N/S front cushion mount missing (7.2.1b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle does not reflect squarely to the rear (1.4.1)

Front Brake pipe T piece not secured to mounting

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 47,128 miles

front indecotors fading in colour

tape on head light

Pass 29 Nov 2014 36,384 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front tyre perished

Front wheel slightly stiff to turn

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Tape on headlight

Pass 30 Nov 2013 36,056 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 35,663 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

under side of frame and swinging arm starting to rust.

Pass 23 Nov 2011 35,261 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 34,986 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

slight drag on front wheel ?

Pass 10 Oct 2009 34,531 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear suspension slightly stiff ?

slight drag on front wheel ?

Pass 9 Sep 2008 33,755 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 23 Aug 2008 33,748 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 33,184 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2007 33,184 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 32,196 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight binding on front wheel temporary beam deflector fitted

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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BAH 848X is a 1982 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 34,257 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAH 848X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAH 848X registered?

BAH 848X is a 1982 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 8 March 1982.

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