MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,082 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Nearside Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Offside Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XS?
Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FGV 261T is a 1979 Yamaha XS in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1979 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 22,782 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 XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FGV 261T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was FGV 261T registered?
FGV 261T is a 1979 Yamaha XS, first registered on 23 April 1979.
Is FGV 261T safe to buy?
The MOT history for FGV 261T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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