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JWF 537W

1980 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,647 mi
Last recorded25,647 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XT50014,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWF 537W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 25,647 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 25,522 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 25,170 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 24,948 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 24,660 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 24,660 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear brake lever arm not at 90degrees with rod Recommend adjustment as lever travel may be limited by rear wheel spindle

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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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JWF 537W is a 1980 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JWF 537W, 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.

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How do I check the history of JWF 537W?

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What year was JWF 537W registered?

JWF 537W is a 1980 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 14 August 1980.

Is JWF 537W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWF 537W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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