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HNO 382Y

1983 Yamaha XT550

White Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

16,748 mi
Last recorded16,748 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT55024,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNO 382Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 16,748 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 16,593 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 16,439 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 16,207 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 16,153 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 16,139 miles

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

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever pivot has excessive free play and bent (1.1.1 (b))

Front forks have slight negligible damping effect

Front suspension forks have slight rust

clutch lever is slightly bent and has slight play

no indicators fitted at time of test

oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2017 16,069 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 27 May 2016 15,962 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 15,659 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 15,248 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 15,003 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 14,903 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 14,638 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 14,519 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 14,516 miles

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

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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HNO 382Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550 in White with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HNO 382Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HNO 382Y registered?

HNO 382Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 24 January 1983.

Is HNO 382Y safe to buy?

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