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YWW 220S

1978 Yamaha XS

Maroon Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,291 mi
Last recorded2,291 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2006
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWW 220S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2006 2,291 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 2,291 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS?

Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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YWW 220S is a 1978 Yamaha XS in Maroon with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 25,774 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 XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YWW 220S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YWW 220S registered?

YWW 220S is a 1978 Yamaha XS, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is YWW 220S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWW 220S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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