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AGO 553W

1988 Yamaha XT500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,715 mi
Last recorded46,715 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGO 553W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2007 46,715 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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AGO 553W is a 1988 Yamaha XT500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AGO 553W, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AGO 553W registered?

AGO 553W is a 1988 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 12 September 1988.

Is AGO 553W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGO 553W shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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