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FRU 749Y

1983 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

41,192 mi
Last recorded41,192 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1983 Yamaha Xj35,085 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRU 749Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 41,192 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 40,489 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 39,347 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 37,696 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 35,292 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 33,089 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 34,350 miles

front brake calliper slightly misalined

Pass 8 Nov 2014 31,990 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 29,924 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

number plate light not working

Pass 6 Dec 2012 28,513 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre slightly deteriated

Pass 17 Oct 2011 27,048 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 15 Oct 2010 26,567 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre starting to perish

Fail 4 Oct 2010 26,567 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 7 May 2009 26,338 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 26,055 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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FRU 749Y is a 1983 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 35,085 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FRU 749Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FRU 749Y registered?

FRU 749Y is a 1983 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FRU 749Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRU 749Y shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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