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LKX 86V

1980 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,435 mi
Last recorded21,435 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XT50014,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKX 86V
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 21,435 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 21,340 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 21,340 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 20 May 2005 21,158 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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LKX 86V is a 1980 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LKX 86V, 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

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What year was LKX 86V registered?

LKX 86V is a 1980 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is LKX 86V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKX 86V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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