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UWL 266X

1981 Yamaha XT

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

9,877 mi
Last recorded9,877 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XT13,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWL 266X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 9,877 miles

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 9,853 miles

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 9,500 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim o/s bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded all (5.2.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light corrosion to frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively upper bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded all (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 9,500 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim o/s bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded all (5.2.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light corrosion to frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively upper bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded all (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 9,185 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 May 2022 8,622 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 8,413 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Number plate in poor condition

Wheel spokes rusty

Pass 3 Jun 2020 8,342 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 8,340 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 8,252 miles

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 May 2019 8,252 miles

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2018 8,159 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 7,811 miles

n/s grip poor condition

o/s foot peg stiff

Pass 20 Apr 2016 7,771 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 7,719 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 7,713 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 7,479 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 7,472 miles

rear tyre low on tread

Pass 24 Jul 2009 7,449 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2008 7,421 miles

front spokes slightly loose

left handlebar grip

rear tyre tread very low

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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UWL 266X is a 1981 Yamaha XT in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UWL 266X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was UWL 266X registered?

UWL 266X is a 1981 Yamaha XT, first registered on 16 December 1981.

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