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C798 AHU

1985 Yamaha Xj

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,331 mi
Last recorded35,331 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Xj22,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC798 AHU
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2014 35,331 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 34,936 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 34,278 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Sep 2011 33,389 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 32,012 miles

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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C798 AHU is a 1985 Yamaha Xj in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C798 AHU, 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 C798 AHU registered?

C798 AHU is a 1985 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 12 September 1985.

Is C798 AHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C798 AHU shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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