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BGP 117S

1978 Yamaha XT500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,850 mi
Last recorded5,850 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XT50018,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGP 117S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 5,850 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 5,125 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 4,997 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012
Pass 1 Jun 2011

Chain guard missing

Pass 27 May 2010

Chain guard missing

Pass 30 May 2009 13,460 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 19,631 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 11 Jan 2008 19,631 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 19,584 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 19,359 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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BGP 117S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BGP 117S, 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

How do I check the history of BGP 117S?

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What year was BGP 117S registered?

BGP 117S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 30 May 1978.

Is BGP 117S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGP 117S shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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