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DFJ 215Y

1982 Yamaha XT550

Red Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,994 mi
Last recorded5,994 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XT55023,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFJ 215Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 May 2009 5,994 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 5,994 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 5,949 miles

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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DFJ 215Y is a 1982 Yamaha XT550 in Red with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 23,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DFJ 215Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DFJ 215Y registered?

DFJ 215Y is a 1982 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 16 December 1982.

Is DFJ 215Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFJ 215Y shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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