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JHJ 509V

1979 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,635 mi
Last recorded13,635 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XT50020,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHJ 509V
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2018 13,635 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 13,473 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 13,274 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 12,868 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 12,601 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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JHJ 509V is a 1979 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 20,239 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JHJ 509V, 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 47 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 JHJ 509V registered?

JHJ 509V is a 1979 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 6 September 1979.

Is JHJ 509V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHJ 509V shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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