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B308 BFJ

1985 Yamaha XT

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,753 mi
Last recorded51,753 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1985 Yamaha XT35,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB308 BFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 51,753 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 50,565 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2015 51,565 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2013 51,263 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 50,820 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 50,518 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 48,713 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 48,713 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 48,662 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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B308 BFJ is a 1985 Yamaha XT in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 35,332 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 XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B308 BFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha XT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B308 BFJ registered?

B308 BFJ is a 1985 Yamaha XT, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B308 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B308 BFJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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