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EGV 773Y

1997 Yamaha XT550

White Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

2,224 mi
Last recorded2,224 miles
Recorded on11 May 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGV 773Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2020 2,224 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 1,644 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 1,172 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 1,144 miles

Dipped beam mask fitted.

Fail 5 Aug 2016 1,144 miles

Dipped beam mask fitted.

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 11 Jul 2015 1,056 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 1,056 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 700 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 454 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 454 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 May 2012 63,636 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 62,500 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 61,420 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 61,418 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 20 May 2008 60,712 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 59,234 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 59,234 miles

Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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EGV 773Y is a 1997 Yamaha XT550 in White with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 EGV 773Y, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EGV 773Y registered?

EGV 773Y is a 1997 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 24 October 1997.

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The MOT history for EGV 773Y shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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