MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
58,634 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ550?
Based on 1,853 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BFS 508W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 BFS 508W, 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 BFS 508W registered?
BFS 508W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 31 March 1981.
Is BFS 508W safe to buy?
The MOT history for BFS 508W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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