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F453 SLF

1989 Yamaha XT

White Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,175 mi
Last recorded12,175 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XT32,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF453 SLF
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 12,175 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 36,229 miles

no indicators fitted

oil leak

Fail 7 Sep 2013 36,299 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

no indicators fitted

oil leak

spoke welded at front wheel

Pass 22 Oct 2011 36,299 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 36,299 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 36,299 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 36,299 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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F453 SLF is a 1989 Yamaha XT in White with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 32,916 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 XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F453 SLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha XT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F453 SLF registered?

F453 SLF is a 1989 Yamaha XT, first registered on 25 May 1989.

Is F453 SLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F453 SLF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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