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OBW 906W

1981 Yamaha XT

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,137 mi
Last recorded2,137 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XT13,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBW 906W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2018 2,137 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 1,747 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 1,431 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 31,815 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 19,293 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 19,213 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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OBW 906W is a 1981 Yamaha XT in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBW 906W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OBW 906W registered?

OBW 906W is a 1981 Yamaha XT, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OBW 906W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBW 906W shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OBW 906W have outstanding finance?

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