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RGJ 590V

1980 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

405 mi
Last recorded405 miles
Recorded on12 May 2020
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XT50014,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGJ 590V
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2020 405 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 268 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 20 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 14,621 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 14,490 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 14,206 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 14,199 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 14,187 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 14,174 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 14,076 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 14,068 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2006 14,058 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2005 14,042 miles

Centre Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 Nov 2005 14,042 miles

Centre Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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RGJ 590V is a 1980 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 RGJ 590V, 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.

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What year was RGJ 590V registered?

RGJ 590V is a 1980 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 19 May 1980.

Is RGJ 590V safe to buy?

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