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C408 XLM

1997 Yamaha XT

White Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,979 mi
Last recorded26,979 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT14,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC408 XLM
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 26,979 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2025 26,967 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Throttle operating incorrectly not returning correctly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 26,845 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 26,815 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 7,886 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 7,886 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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C408 XLM is a 1997 Yamaha XT in White with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 14,632 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 XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C408 XLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C408 XLM registered?

C408 XLM is a 1997 Yamaha XT, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is C408 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C408 XLM shows 6 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.

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