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A40 JTT

1983 Yamaha XT550

White Petrol 558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

19,188 mi
Last recorded19,188 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT55024,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA40 JTT
MakeYamaha
ModelXT550
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine558cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 19,188 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 19,181 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 19,181 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 19,178 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 19,178 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 12 Mar 2010 32,149 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 32,149 miles

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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A40 JTT is a 1983 Yamaha XT550 in White with a 558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,271 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 A40 JTT, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XT550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A40 JTT registered?

A40 JTT is a 1983 Yamaha XT550, first registered on 6 August 1983.

Is A40 JTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A40 JTT shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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