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D274 YTY

1987 Yamaha XT500

Blue Petrol 495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,108 mi
Last recorded35,108 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD274 YTY
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine495cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 35,108 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 35,031 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 34,834 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Jul 2009 34,834 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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D274 YTY is a 1987 Yamaha XT500 in Blue with a 495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D274 YTY, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D274 YTY registered?

D274 YTY is a 1987 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D274 YTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D274 YTY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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