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SUT 427X

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Purple Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,289 mi
Last recorded17,289 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2006
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUT 427X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2006 17,289 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 17,289 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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SUT 427X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Purple with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SUT 427X, 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 SUT 427X registered?

SUT 427X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 9 September 1981.

Is SUT 427X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUT 427X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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