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G989 SGT

2001 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

16,847 mi
Last recorded16,847 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG989 SGT
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 16,847 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 16,781 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2025 16,776 miles

Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 16,761 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 16,692 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 16,604 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 16,454 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 16,393 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 16,298 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 16,123 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 16,010 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 15,657 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 19 Nov 2014 15,657 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Fail 7 Oct 2013 15,341 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 15,341 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 15,221 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 15,127 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 15,127 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 14,951 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 14,282 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 14,282 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 13,964 miles

slight cracking on tyre side walls

Pass 15 Jun 2007 13,443 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 13,262 miles

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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G989 SGT is a 2001 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 G989 SGT, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G989 SGT registered?

G989 SGT is a 2001 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is G989 SGT safe to buy?

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