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FSF 956S

1978 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,375 mi
Last recorded19,375 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XT50018,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSF 956S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2018 19,375 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 19,375 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 19,309 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 19,290 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 18,648 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 17,684 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

drive chain split link wrong size

front tyre has cracks in sidewalls

Pass 13 Jul 2012 17,253 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 13 Jul 2012 17,253 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 17,026 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 17,018 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2010 16,373 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2009 16,052 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 15,983 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 15,982 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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FSF 956S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FSF 956S, 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 FSF 956S?

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What year was FSF 956S registered?

FSF 956S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is FSF 956S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSF 956S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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