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EGV 830Y

1999 Yamaha XT550

Black Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,422 mi
Last recorded42,422 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGV 830Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2009 42,422 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 42,365 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 42,365 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

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 830Y is a 1999 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%.

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 830Y, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EGV 830Y registered?

EGV 830Y is a 1999 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 12 March 1999.

Is EGV 830Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGV 830Y 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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