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ABJ 374S

1978 Yamaha XT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,443 mi
Last recorded43,443 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XT50018,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABJ 374S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 43,443 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 43,068 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 41,979 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 41,266 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 40,099 miles

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 40,099 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 38,964 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear sprocket bearing slight play.

Pass 5 Jun 2009 38,964 miles

Rear sprocket bearing slight play.

Pass 6 Jun 2008 38,646 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 38,636 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 37,860 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 36,772 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?

Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
164
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 58
reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Horn not working 46
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 37
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 31
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ABJ 374S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,489 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 XT500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABJ 374S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABJ 374S registered?

ABJ 374S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is ABJ 374S safe to buy?

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