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POH 777Y

1982 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,688 mi
Last recorded47,688 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ55031,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOH 777Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 May 2014 47,688 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 47,282 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 47,267 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 47,210 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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POH 777Y is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 31,697 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 POH 777Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was POH 777Y registered?

POH 777Y is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is POH 777Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for POH 777Y shows 4 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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