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OAV 467W

1997 Yamaha XJ550

Silver Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,495 mi
Last recorded80,495 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAV 467W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2010 80,495 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 78,963 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 77,590 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2007 76,387 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 75,251 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

offside indicator teltail not working offside indicator can be seen working

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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OAV 467W is a 1997 Yamaha XJ550 in Silver with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OAV 467W, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OAV 467W registered?

OAV 467W is a 1997 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 3 June 1997.

Is OAV 467W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAV 467W shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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