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MOW 88R

1978 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Yamaha XT50018,489 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOW 88R
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2017

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm slight play (2.4.A2a(i))

advise new no plate

Fail 9 May 2017

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016
Pass 10 Apr 2015
Pass 14 Feb 2014 69,238 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2007
Fail 13 Jun 2007

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.

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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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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