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RFC 506W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Orange Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

16,207 mi
Last recorded16,207 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFC 506W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 16,207 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 15,821 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2013 15,819 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 15,819 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 15,819 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 15,653 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 15,653 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 13,150 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 13,138 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2008 13,138 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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RFC 506W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Orange with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RFC 506W, 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 RFC 506W registered?

RFC 506W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RFC 506W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFC 506W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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