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GEL 97Y

1983 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,590 mi
Last recorded32,590 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2013
Typical for 1983 Yamaha Xj35,085 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 97Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2013 32,590 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 32,266 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 31,239 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 28,450 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 28,442 miles

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Front Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2005 25,581 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2005 25,526 miles

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

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

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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GEL 97Y is a 1983 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GEL 97Y, 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.

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What year was GEL 97Y registered?

GEL 97Y is a 1983 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is GEL 97Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 97Y shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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