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EBP 893W

1981 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,511 mi
Last recorded36,511 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 1981 Yamaha Xj27,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBP 893W
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 36,511 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 36,459 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 36,355 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 36,049 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 35,838 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 35,838 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 35,783 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 35,653 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 35,653 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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EBP 893W is a 1981 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 27,210 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EBP 893W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EBP 893W registered?

EBP 893W is a 1981 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is EBP 893W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EBP 893W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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