MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
66 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Headlamp aim not tested headlamp not working (4.1.2 (b))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?
Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.
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MKW 257W is a 1981 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1981 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,364 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 MKW 257W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was MKW 257W registered?
MKW 257W is a 1981 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 31 December 1981.
Is MKW 257W safe to buy?
The MOT history for MKW 257W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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