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LVH 276W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Purple Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,057 mi
Last recorded47,057 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2007
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVH 276W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2007 47,057 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

offside footrest rubber split but secure

Pass 23 Sep 2005 44,980 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 44,980 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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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LVH 276W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Purple with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 LVH 276W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LVH 276W?

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What year was LVH 276W registered?

LVH 276W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is LVH 276W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVH 276W shows 3 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.

Does LVH 276W have outstanding finance?

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