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PBU 568W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Red Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,035 mi
Last recorded29,035 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBU 568W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2016 29,035 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 28,983 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 28,951 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 28,902 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 28,842 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 28,825 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 28,810 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 28,747 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 28,726 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 28,694 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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PBU 568W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Red with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 PBU 568W, 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 PBU 568W registered?

PBU 568W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 24 March 1981.

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