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E124 EMJ

1988 Yamaha XT

White Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,212 mi
Last recorded32,212 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XT25,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE124 EMJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 32,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 31,475 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 May 2019 30,949 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 30,924 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

brake hose in sleeves

Fail 2 Nov 2017 30,924 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

brake hose in sleeves

Pass 2 Apr 2009 29,027 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 28,470 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 28,225 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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E124 EMJ is a 1988 Yamaha XT in White with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 25,695 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E124 EMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha XT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of E124 EMJ?

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What year was E124 EMJ registered?

E124 EMJ is a 1988 Yamaha XT, first registered on 26 May 1988.

Is E124 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E124 EMJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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