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YLX 179X

1982 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,278 mi
Last recorded38,278 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2011
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ55031,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLX 179X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2011 38,278 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 38,278 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 38,278 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 38,278 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Mar 2007 38,278 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

pilot lamp not working,incorrect colour.

Pass 24 Mar 2006 38,278 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 38,278 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp missing (1.2.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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YLX 179X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 31,697 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 YLX 179X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YLX 179X registered?

YLX 179X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is YLX 179X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLX 179X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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