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B438 BGT

1985 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,034 mi
Last recorded12,034 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2006
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Xj22,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB438 BGT
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2006 12,034 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Aug 2006 12,034 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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B438 BGT is a 1985 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 22,135 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B438 BGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B438 BGT registered?

B438 BGT is a 1985 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 12 April 1985.

Is B438 BGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B438 BGT 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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