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AGT 516W

1997 Yamaha XT500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,018 mi
Last recorded30,018 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2006
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT50016,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGT 516W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2006 30,018 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Oct 2006 30,018 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2005 28,564 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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AGT 516W is a 1997 Yamaha XT500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 16,572 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 AGT 516W, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AGT 516W?

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What year was AGT 516W registered?

AGT 516W is a 1997 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 16 July 1997.

Is AGT 516W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGT 516W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AGT 516W have outstanding finance?

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