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MPE 804W

1980 Yamaha XT500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,289 mi
Last recorded21,289 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XT50014,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPE 804W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 21,289 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 21,289 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2016 21,270 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 21,270 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 21,093 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 20,404 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 20,303 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 20,282 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 17,323 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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MPE 804W is a 1980 Yamaha XT500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MPE 804W, 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

How do I check the history of MPE 804W?

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What year was MPE 804W registered?

MPE 804W is a 1980 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 15 December 1980.

Is MPE 804W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPE 804W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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