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YAV 24X

1982 Yamaha XT550

White Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,603 mi
Last recorded10,603 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XT55023,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAV 24X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 10,603 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 24 Sep 2018 10,603 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 10,596 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 10,553 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 10,553 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 10,178 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Vehicle to be used during daylight hours only. Not to be used at times of redused visibility.

Pass 2 Apr 2014 9,796 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake linkage slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Aug 2006 8,612 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 8,320 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT550?

Based on 1,213 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 10
Wheel spoke excessively loose 10
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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YAV 24X is a 1982 Yamaha XT550 in White with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 23,682 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 XT550 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YAV 24X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT550 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YAV 24X registered?

YAV 24X is a 1982 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is YAV 24X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAV 24X shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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