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JLF 225V

1979 Yamaha XS

Silver Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,173 mi
Last recorded22,173 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS22,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLF 225V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 22,173 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 21,549 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 20,725 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 19,984 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 19,984 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2010 19,984 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 19,351 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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JLF 225V is a 1979 Yamaha XS in Silver with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 22,782 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 JLF 225V, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JLF 225V registered?

JLF 225V is a 1979 Yamaha XS, first registered on 6 August 1979.

Is JLF 225V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLF 225V 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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