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DUA 96T

1978 Yamaha XT500

Red Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,171 mi
Last recorded24,171 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XT50018,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUA 96T
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 24,171 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 22,734 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 22,727 miles

Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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DUA 96T is a 1978 Yamaha XT500 in Red with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DUA 96T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DUA 96T?

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What year was DUA 96T registered?

DUA 96T is a 1978 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 3 October 1978.

Is DUA 96T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUA 96T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DUA 96T have outstanding finance?

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