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LAC 239V

1980 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,602 mi
Last recorded16,602 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XT50014,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAC 239V
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2024 16,602 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 16,303 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 16,126 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 15,451 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 17,662 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 17,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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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LAC 239V 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 100%.

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 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 LAC 239V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LAC 239V?

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What year was LAC 239V registered?

LAC 239V is a 1980 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 15 February 1980.

Is LAC 239V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAC 239V shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAC 239V have outstanding finance?

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