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L642 RYD

1998 Yamaha XT

Green Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,494 mi
Last recorded28,494 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT21,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL642 RYD
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 28,494 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 284,005 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 27,707 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 27,652 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 27,652 miles

Inner Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 26,781 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 25,603 miles

Offside Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 25,603 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 24,619 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 23,723 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,321 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 21,441 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 20,715 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 20,571 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 19,587 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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L642 RYD is a 1998 Yamaha XT in Green with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,989 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 XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L642 RYD, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L642 RYD registered?

L642 RYD is a 1998 Yamaha XT, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is L642 RYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L642 RYD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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