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VVX 681W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Red Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

31,141 mi
Last recorded31,141 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVX 681W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 31,141 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 31,120 miles

Central Front Upper Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Central Front Upper Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 May 2020 30,982 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 30,802 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 30,412 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 30,292 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 30,190 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 30,139 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 29,578 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 29,123 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 May 2012 28,282 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 27,875 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 27,446 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 27,299 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 27,079 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2007 26,858 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 26,301 miles

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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VVX 681W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Red with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 VVX 681W, 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 VVX 681W registered?

VVX 681W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 31 March 1981.

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The MOT history for VVX 681W shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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