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FLD 609Y

1983 Yamaha XT550

Red Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,272 mi
Last recorded45,272 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT55024,271 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLD 609Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 45,272 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 45,254 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 45,254 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 May 2016 45,225 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 45,034 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 44,383 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 44,359 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 44,295 miles

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

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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FLD 609Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550 in Red with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,271 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FLD 609Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FLD 609Y registered?

FLD 609Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is FLD 609Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLD 609Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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