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GFB 348W

1997 Yamaha XT500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,851 mi
Last recorded18,851 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT50016,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFB 348W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2014 18,851 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 18,851 miles

Nearside Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Offside Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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GFB 348W is a 1997 Yamaha XT500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 16,572 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 GFB 348W, 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 29 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 GFB 348W registered?

GFB 348W is a 1997 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is GFB 348W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFB 348W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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