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NGP 582Y

1983 Yamaha XJ550

Grey Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,757 mi
Last recorded71,757 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2010
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ55037,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGP 582Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2010 71,757 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 71,757 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 69,052 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 69,023 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 65,951 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 60,841 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 55,299 miles

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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NGP 582Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ550 in Grey with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 37,183 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 NGP 582Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NGP 582Y registered?

NGP 582Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 3 April 1983.

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