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TDX 41W

1981 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,787 mi
Last recorded26,787 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ55035,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDX 41W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2016 26,787 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

rear number plate slightly faded

Pass 26 Jun 2015 26,280 miles

rear tyre has a deep cut but not showing any cord

Pass 10 Nov 2008 26,248 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 26,062 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 42,605 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 42,479 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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TDX 41W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 TDX 41W, 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 TDX 41W registered?

TDX 41W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is TDX 41W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDX 41W shows 6 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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