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BLK 150S

2008 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,317 mi
Last recorded33,317 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT5008,917 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLK 150S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Apr 2013 33,317 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 33,317 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 260 miles

Centre Front Lower Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Centre Rear Lower Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Centre Rear Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Centre Rear Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Jun 2009 236 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Centre Front Lower Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Centre Rear Lower Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Centre Rear Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Centre Rear Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 May 2008 4 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 9 May 2008 4 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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BLK 150S is a 2008 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 8,917 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 BLK 150S, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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BLK 150S is a 2008 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 2 June 2008.

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