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RTT 339W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Yellow Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,102 mi
Last recorded38,102 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTT 339W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 38,102 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 37,971 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front tyre lightly perished

Fail 1 Mar 2017 37,970 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front tyre lightly perished

Pass 11 Feb 2013 37,277 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 37,275 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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RTT 339W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Yellow with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XJ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 35,446 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 XJ550 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RTT 339W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XJ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RTT 339W registered?

RTT 339W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RTT 339W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTT 339W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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