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EFR 853Y

1983 Yamaha XT550

Black Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,633 mi
Last recorded25,633 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2008
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT55024,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFR 853Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2008 25,633 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 25,633 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 May 2006 25,536 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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EFR 853Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550 in Black with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,271 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 XT550 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EFR 853Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EFR 853Y?

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What year was EFR 853Y registered?

EFR 853Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 1 June 1983.

Is EFR 853Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFR 853Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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