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G868 ATL

1989 Yamaha XT

Green Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,349 mi
Last recorded57,349 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XT32,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG868 ATL
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 57,349 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 57,194 miles

Front Tyre cracked

Pass 31 Mar 2021 57,093 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 56,806 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose rear drive sprocket carrier has some play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2019 56,806 miles

Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose rear drive sprocket carrier has some play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn lower link bearings. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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G868 ATL is a 1989 Yamaha XT in Green with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G868 ATL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G868 ATL registered?

G868 ATL is a 1989 Yamaha XT, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is G868 ATL safe to buy?

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