MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
62,831 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear mudgaurd quite corroded.
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
centre stand mounting bar has a welded repair
Centre Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)
Centre Lower Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear mudgaurd quite corroded.
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ550?
Based on 1,853 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LAF 718X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1981 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 35,446 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 XJ550 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAF 718X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha XJ550 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was LAF 718X registered?
LAF 718X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 7 August 1981.
Is LAF 718X safe to buy?
The MOT history for LAF 718X shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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