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FMH 544V

1980 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,149 mi
Last recorded15,149 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XT50014,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMH 544V
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 15,149 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 15,142 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 15,001 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 14,810 miles
Pass 30 May 2015

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 14,352 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 14,257 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 13,847 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 13,760 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 13,760 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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FMH 544V is a 1980 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 14,834 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 FMH 544V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FMH 544V registered?

FMH 544V is a 1980 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 18 June 1980.

Is FMH 544V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMH 544V shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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