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Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Horn missing (1.7.1)
Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ550?
Based on 1,853 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.
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VLK 571X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Blue with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 VLK 571X, 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 VLK 571X registered?
VLK 571X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 5 October 1981.
Is VLK 571X safe to buy?
The MOT history for VLK 571X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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