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CWL 899Y

1983 Yamaha XJ550

Red Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,069 mi
Last recorded46,069 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2006
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ55037,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWL 899Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2006 46,069 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 46,069 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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CWL 899Y is a 1983 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 1983 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 37,183 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 CWL 899Y, 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 43 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 CWL 899Y registered?

CWL 899Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 18 January 1983.

Is CWL 899Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWL 899Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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