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D397 VDV

2006 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,143 mi
Last recorded20,143 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD397 VDV
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 20,143 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 20,042 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 19,992 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 19,890 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 19,771 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 19,660 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 19,387 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 19,202 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 18,986 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 18,858 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 18,609 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 18,370 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 17,863 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 25,812 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 25,812 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 25,678 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 25,678 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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D397 VDV is a 2006 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 D397 VDV, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was D397 VDV registered?

D397 VDV is a 2006 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is D397 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D397 VDV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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