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B424 BGK

1985 Yamaha XJ550

Red Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,061 mi
Last recorded31,061 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 1985 Yamaha XJ55040,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB424 BGK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 31,061 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 31,053 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 31,045 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 31,020 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 30,906 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 30,820 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 30,820 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 30,582 miles

front wheel has slight brake bind

handbrake lever has travel but not excess

rear number plate starting to deteriate

Pass 7 Aug 2008 30,358 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 30,323 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 30,223 miles

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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B424 BGK is a 1985 Yamaha XJ550 in Red with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 40,825 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B424 BGK, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B424 BGK registered?

B424 BGK is a 1985 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 12 March 1985.

Is B424 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B424 BGK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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