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UBV 675X

1982 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,820 mi
Last recorded27,820 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ55031,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBV 675X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 27,820 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 May 2013 26,527 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 269,507 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 26,484 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 26,484 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Fail 27 Apr 2010 26,483 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

brake test not carried out becouse front brake binding excessively binding

Pass 20 Mar 2009 26,445 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 26,445 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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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UBV 675X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 UBV 675X, 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 UBV 675X registered?

UBV 675X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is UBV 675X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBV 675X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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