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OBW 894W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

White Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,592 mi
Last recorded30,592 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBW 894W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2021 30,592 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively front and rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 30,529 miles

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

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 30,091 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 30,060 miles

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

engine as slight oil leak

exhaust slightly loose

rear chain guard missing

Pass 14 Jul 2015 29,579 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 32,163 miles

Fuel tank damaged

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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OBW 894W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in White with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 OBW 894W, 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.

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What year was OBW 894W registered?

OBW 894W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 1 March 1981.

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