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DJO 198R

2008 Yamaha XT500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

3,786 mi
Last recorded3,786 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT5008,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJO 198R
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 3,786 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 3,785 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2015 3,754 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 3,753 miles

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

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

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 3,658 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 3,372 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 13 Apr 2013 3,372 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 3,094 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 2,193 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 2,193 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 1,437 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Sep 2009 1,437 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 18 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2008 6 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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DJO 198R is a 2008 Yamaha XT500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 8,917 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 DJO 198R, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DJO 198R registered?

DJO 198R is a 2008 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 October 2008.

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