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Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm slight play (2.4.A2a(i))
advise new no plate
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm slight play (2.4.A2a(i))
advise new no plate
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
advise petrol pipe security be revised
All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
An item not tested (Manual)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Chain guard missing
Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?
Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.
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MOW 88R is a 1978 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1978 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,489 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 MOW 88R, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was MOW 88R registered?
MOW 88R is a 1978 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 January 1978.
Is MOW 88R safe to buy?
The MOT history for MOW 88R 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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