MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,576 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
gear selector worn but not likely to come off
no rear footrests present but machine deemed to be dual purpose
Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play cush drive bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
forks have slight contact with tank on full lock
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
slightly slow return on front brake
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
bottom rear shock rubbers deteriorating
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
number plate slightly deteriorated
Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
number plate slightly deteriorated
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?
Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MKO 198W is a 1980 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 MKO 198W, 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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What year was MKO 198W registered?
MKO 198W is a 1980 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 October 1980.
Is MKO 198W safe to buy?
The MOT history for MKO 198W shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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