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OPA 923W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Red Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,547 mi
Last recorded37,547 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPA 923W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2019 37,547 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 37,448 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 37,385 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 37,261 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 37,103 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 36,935 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 36,756 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 36,489 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 36,035 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 35,872 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 35,446 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 34,880 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 34,223 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 33,519 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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OPA 923W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Red with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 OPA 923W, 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 OPA 923W registered?

OPA 923W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPA 923W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPA 923W shows 14 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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