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YGK 787W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,876 mi
Last recorded71,876 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2014
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGK 787W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2014 71,876 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 71,876 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 71,829 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 71,829 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2011 69,589 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 69,589 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 May 2010 66,913 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 64,641 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 64,641 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2008 63,119 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 61,038 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 53,694 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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YGK 787W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YGK 787W, 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 YGK 787W registered?

YGK 787W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 1 May 1981.

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