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EGN 308X

1982 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

27,972 mi
Last recorded27,972 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 1982 Yamaha Xj34,257 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGN 308X
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2015 27,972 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 26,340 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Oct 2014 26,305 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 24,408 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 22,884 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 21,208 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 20,149 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 20,147 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 18,506 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 16,113 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2007 15,599 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 14,936 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 14,449 miles

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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EGN 308X is a 1982 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 34,257 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 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 EGN 308X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EGN 308X registered?

EGN 308X is a 1982 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 3 June 1982.

Is EGN 308X safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGN 308X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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