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PES 461Y

1983 Yamaha XT550

White Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,100 mi
Last recorded8,100 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT55024,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPES 461Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 8,100 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 10,616 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 10,598 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Fail 4 May 2012 9,156 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 May 2012 9,156 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 8,454 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2009 8,435 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 7,142 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 4,081 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT550?

Based on 1,213 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 10
Wheel spoke excessively loose 10
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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PES 461Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550 in White with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,271 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 XT550 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PES 461Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT550 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PES 461Y registered?

PES 461Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is PES 461Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PES 461Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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