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DMJ 259X

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,775 mi
Last recorded54,775 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMJ 259X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 54,775 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 54,614 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 54,548 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 May 2018 54,548 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2015 54,426 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2015 54,426 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 54,356 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

REAR TYRE PERRISHED

Pass 22 Feb 2013 54,039 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2011 53,564 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 53,409 miles

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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DMJ 259X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 DMJ 259X, 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 DMJ 259X registered?

DMJ 259X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 30 June 1981.

Is DMJ 259X safe to buy?

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