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WAV 310X

1982 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,812 mi
Last recorded26,812 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2009
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ55031,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAV 310X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2009 26,812 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 26,795 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 26,612 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2005 26,608 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

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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WAV 310X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WAV 310X, 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.

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What year was WAV 310X registered?

WAV 310X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 2 June 1982.

Is WAV 310X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAV 310X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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