MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,530 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside 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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VLW 437X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 VLW 437X, 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 VLW 437X registered?
VLW 437X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 11 November 1981.
Is VLW 437X safe to buy?
The MOT history for VLW 437X shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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