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BTU 766W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

7,100 mi
Last recorded7,100 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTU 766W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 7,100 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 7,094 miles

surface cracking on front tyre

Fail 21 Jul 2021 7,094 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

surface cracking on front tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2017 6,848 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 6,820 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure mudguard fork brace missing (2.3.7)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 19,395 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2016 19,395 miles

Brake lever insecure lock nut missing (3.1.2a)

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Rear Footrest insecure split pin missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 19,293 miles

front brake slightly binding + lever stiff

slight leak on left hand fork leg

Pass 6 Feb 2013 19,824 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 19,824 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 19,284 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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BTU 766W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BTU 766W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BTU 766W registered?

BTU 766W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 9 December 1981.

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The MOT history for BTU 766W shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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