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OFX 332P

1996 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,076 mi
Last recorded3,076 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XT5006,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFX 332P
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 3,076 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 3,076 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 3,076 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 3,076 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 3,076 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 3,076 miles

Front Both fork seals so signs of slight oil misting on fork leg

Pass 28 Nov 2019 3,076 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 3,076 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 3,075 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 3,075 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 3,075 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 3,075 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 3,063 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 3,062 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 3,062 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2011 3,033 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 3,033 miles

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)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 2,870 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 2,870 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 2,462 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 2,462 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle insecure (1.4.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 2,029 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 1,617 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 1,307 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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OFX 332P is a 1996 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 6,863 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OFX 332P, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OFX 332P?

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What year was OFX 332P registered?

OFX 332P is a 1996 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 19 December 1996.

Is OFX 332P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFX 332P shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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