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PRP 43R

1976 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,554 mi
Last recorded21,554 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Yamaha XT50016,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRP 43R
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2018 21,554 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 21,456 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 21,375 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 21,312 miles

fork seals signs of slight leaks

handle bars out of line

Pass 13 Apr 2013 20,775 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 20,556 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 20,015 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 14,657 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 13,360 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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PRP 43R is a 1976 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 16,272 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 PRP 43R, 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 50 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PRP 43R registered?

PRP 43R is a 1976 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 17 September 1976.

Is PRP 43R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRP 43R shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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