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CUA 53S

1978 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,232 mi
Last recorded20,232 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XT50018,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUA 53S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 20,232 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 20,215 miles

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2017 19,863 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 19,863 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Front Lower Yoke upper bolts missing

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust bolt loose

Pass 3 Aug 2016 19,829 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 35,144 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 35,144 miles

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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CUA 53S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 CUA 53S, 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.

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How do I check the history of CUA 53S?

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What year was CUA 53S registered?

CUA 53S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is CUA 53S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUA 53S shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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