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GFJ 706Y

1983 Yamaha XT550

White Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,550 mi
Last recorded15,550 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT55024,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFJ 706Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2020 15,550 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 15,366 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 14,897 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 14,344 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 13,761 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 13,509 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 12,801 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 12,425 miles

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 11,868 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 9 Jan 2010 11,438 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 11,139 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 10,983 miles

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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GFJ 706Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550 in White with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GFJ 706Y, 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 GFJ 706Y registered?

GFJ 706Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 11 May 1983.

Is GFJ 706Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFJ 706Y shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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