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HCL 807Y

1983 Yamaha XT550

White Petrol 568cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT55024,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCL 807Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine568cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 1 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 9,130 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Gear lever pivot slack but not excessive

Fail 21 Jul 2015 9,023 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pillion footrests missing,solo seat fitted

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 9,023 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pillion footrests missing,solo seat fitted

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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HCL 807Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550 in White with a 568cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 HCL 807Y, 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 HCL 807Y registered?

HCL 807Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HCL 807Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCL 807Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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