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CAP 179Y

1983 Yamaha XT550

White Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,393 mi
Last recorded28,393 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT55024,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAP 179Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 28,393 miles

Front Brake cable slightly stiff

Pass 26 May 2015 27,908 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 27,908 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT550?

Based on 1,213 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 10
Wheel spoke excessively loose 10
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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CAP 179Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550 in White with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,271 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 XT550 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CAP 179Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT550 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CAP 179Y registered?

CAP 179Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is CAP 179Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAP 179Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAP 179Y have outstanding finance?

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