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MUY 98X

1982 Yamaha Xj

Blue Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

44,457 mi
Last recorded44,457 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha Xj34,257 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUY 98X
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 44,457 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 44,457 miles

Front Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 42,708 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 40,971 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2020 40,946 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 40,238 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 38,786 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 36,678 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 34,594 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 34,257 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2015 34,254 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 33,886 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 32,872 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Please note there is a 2mm diffent

Pass 9 May 2011 32,868 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 32,815 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 32,618 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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MUY 98X is a 1982 Yamaha Xj in Blue with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 34,257 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MUY 98X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MUY 98X registered?

MUY 98X is a 1982 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is MUY 98X safe to buy?

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