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OEL 147W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Grey Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,456 mi
Last recorded35,456 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2010
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEL 147W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2010 35,456 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 32,800 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 32,544 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 32,124 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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OEL 147W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Grey with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OEL 147W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OEL 147W registered?

OEL 147W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is OEL 147W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEL 147W shows 4 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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