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RHR 655Y

1982 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

45,504 mi
Last recorded45,504 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ55031,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHR 655Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 45,504 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 45,044 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2014 43,597 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 41,672 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2013 41,635 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 10 May 2010 41,211 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front brake binding

Fail 10 May 2010 41,211 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake binding

Pass 18 May 2009 40,594 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 3 Apr 2008 40,314 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 40,314 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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RHR 655Y is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 31,697 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 RHR 655Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RHR 655Y registered?

RHR 655Y is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 8 October 1982.

Is RHR 655Y safe to buy?

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