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LJH 490W

1993 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,972 mi
Last recorded24,972 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJH 490W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2020 24,972 miles

footpeg hanger o/s cracked

Pass 30 Sep 2019 23,947 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 22,833 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 21,771 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 21,771 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 May 2006 21,754 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 21,754 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ550?

Based on 1,853 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 14
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LJH 490W is a 1993 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LJH 490W, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJH 490W registered?

LJH 490W is a 1993 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 8 February 1993.

Is LJH 490W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJH 490W 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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