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E711 WAH

1987 Yamaha XT

Red Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,638 mi
Last recorded26,638 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XT25,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE711 WAH
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 26,638 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Mar 2015 25,000 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 23 May 2013 23,849 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2012 23,602 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 23,369 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Apr 2008 23,109 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2007 21,719 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 20 Jan 2007 21,621 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 6 Feb 2006 20,924 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

motorcycle only to be used during daylight hours due to disconected lighting and signaling items.

Fail 19 Jan 2006 20,924 miles

Nearside Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

motorcycle only to be used in daylight hours due to disconected lighting and signaling items.

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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E711 WAH is a 1987 Yamaha XT in Red with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 25,601 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E711 WAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha XT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E711 WAH registered?

E711 WAH is a 1987 Yamaha XT, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E711 WAH safe to buy?

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