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C759 ETA

1985 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

26,327 mi
Last recorded26,327 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 1985 Yamaha XJ55040,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC759 ETA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 26,327 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 25,459 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 24,996 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2022 24,996 miles

Rear Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 24,177 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 23,433 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 22,358 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 21,477 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Mar 2018 21,477 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 21,119 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 20,832 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 May 2013 20,832 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 20,659 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 20,657 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2006 20,657 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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C759 ETA is a 1985 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C759 ETA, 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 C759 ETA registered?

C759 ETA is a 1985 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 10 December 1985.

Is C759 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C759 ETA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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