MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,278 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
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.
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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