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XEL 848X

1982 Yamaha XJ550

Black Petrol 528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,574 mi
Last recorded32,574 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ55031,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEL 848X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine528cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 32,574 miles

Front forks pitted

Pass 12 Sep 2012 32,571 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 32,257 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2010 30,768 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 29,353 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2009 29,353 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 27,826 miles

slight bind to front brake

Fail 9 Jul 2008 27,826 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 26,487 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 25,365 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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XEL 848X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550 in Black with a 528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XEL 848X, 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 XEL 848X registered?

XEL 848X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ550, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is XEL 848X safe to buy?

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