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F516 TOY

1988 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

14,146 mi
Last recorded14,146 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF516 TOY
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 14,146 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 22,747 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 22,747 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 22,747 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 1 Sep 2010 22,747 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 22,747 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 22,747 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 22,420 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 22,420 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 6 Sep 2005 20,963 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2005 20,963 miles

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

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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F516 TOY is a 1988 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 F516 TOY, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F516 TOY registered?

F516 TOY is a 1988 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is F516 TOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F516 TOY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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