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YYJ 886

1954 Ajs 16MS

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,683 mi
Last recorded5,683 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2007
Typical for 1954 Ajs 16MS21,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYJ 886
MakeAjs
Model16MS
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2007 5,683 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 5,683 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 5,616 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 5,616 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Ajs 16MS?

Based on 1,149 MOT tests across 263 vehicles.

92.2%
Pass Rate
243
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
263
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
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YYJ 886 is a 1954 Ajs 16MS in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1954 Ajs 16MS models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.0% with a typical mileage of 21,126 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 Ajs 16MS fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YYJ 886, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ajs 16MS typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 72 years old, this Ajs 16MS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YYJ 886 registered?

YYJ 886 is a 1954 Ajs 16MS, first registered on 18 February 1954.

Is YYJ 886 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYJ 886 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YYJ 886 have outstanding finance?

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