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AEO 94V

1979 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,008 mi
Last recorded23,008 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XT50020,239 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEO 94V
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 23,008 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 22,933 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 22,917 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 22,850 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2014 22,850 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2013 22,762 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

number plate slightly deterorated

Pass 17 Apr 2013 22,762 miles

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

number plate slightly deterorated

Pass 27 Mar 2010 22,610 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 22,235 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 21,861 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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AEO 94V is a 1979 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 20,239 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 AEO 94V, 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 47 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 AEO 94V registered?

AEO 94V is a 1979 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 29 October 1979.

Is AEO 94V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEO 94V shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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