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B768 ODL

1985 Yamaha Xj

Maroon Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

51,167 mi
Last recorded51,167 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2023
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Xj22,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB768 ODL
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1985
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2023 51,167 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 51,167 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 51,158 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 51,100 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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B768 ODL is a 1985 Yamaha Xj in Maroon with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 B768 ODL, 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 B768 ODL registered?

B768 ODL is a 1985 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B768 ODL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B768 ODL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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