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FCJ 622W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,389 mi
Last recorded90,389 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCJ 622W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2016 90,389 miles

Front both front brake caliper pivots worn

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame corroded (6.1.1a)

front legs pitted

headrace bearings appear tight

Pass 10 Aug 2015 90,311 miles

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

both front brake caliper pivots appear worn.

headrace bearings appear quite tight

rear section of frame is quite corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2014 90,128 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre starting to crack on sidewall

Pass 12 Aug 2013 89,797 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 89,360 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 88,775 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 88,236 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 87,710 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 86,993 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 86,088 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 85,275 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

near side front seal torn. †front stanchion pitted.

Pass 13 Sep 2005 84,457 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ550?

Based on 1,853 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 14
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FCJ 622W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 35,446 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJ550 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FCJ 622W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ550 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FCJ 622W registered?

FCJ 622W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 19 March 1981.

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