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G480 KYB

1989 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,172 mi
Last recorded50,172 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2014
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Xj34,056 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG480 KYB
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2014 50,172 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 50,054 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 49,854 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Aug 2011 49,850 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 49,440 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

slight corrosion to rear swinging arm.

Pass 2 Sep 2009 49,318 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 49,175 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 48,496 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 48,257 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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G480 KYB is a 1989 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 34,056 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 G480 KYB, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G480 KYB registered?

G480 KYB is a 1989 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G480 KYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G480 KYB shows 9 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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