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SRK 170W

1981 Yamaha XS

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,890 mi
Last recorded20,890 miles
Recorded on15 May 2009
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS21,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRK 170W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2009 20,890 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 27 May 2008 20,853 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 19,863 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 19,861 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS?

Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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SRK 170W is a 1981 Yamaha XS in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 21,523 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 XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SRK 170W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SRK 170W registered?

SRK 170W is a 1981 Yamaha XS, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is SRK 170W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRK 170W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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