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CMF 40V

1979 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,984 mi
Last recorded25,984 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XT50020,239 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMF 40V
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2021 25,984 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 25,666 miles
Fail 30 May 2020 25,666 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 25,362 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn to tread wear indicators centre section (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2013 24,414 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 24,407 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2006 24,406 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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CMF 40V is a 1979 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 20,239 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 CMF 40V, 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 47 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 CMF 40V?

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What year was CMF 40V registered?

CMF 40V is a 1979 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is CMF 40V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMF 40V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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