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JFT 155X

1981 Yamaha XS

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

8,696 mi
Last recorded8,696 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS21,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFT 155X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 8,696 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 8,152 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 7,529 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 7,282 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 6,890 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

front tyre perished

Pass 18 Jun 2013 5,963 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

rear tyre low

Pass 8 Jul 2008 5,459 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2007 5,038 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 5,038 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 4,343 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 4,343 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS?

Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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JFT 155X is a 1981 Yamaha XS in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 21,523 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 XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JFT 155X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JFT 155X registered?

JFT 155X is a 1981 Yamaha XS, first registered on 25 August 1981.

Is JFT 155X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFT 155X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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