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RHC 210S

1977 Yamaha XT500

Red Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

385 mi
Last recorded385 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XT50016,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHC 210S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 385 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 385 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 341 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 341 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 296 miles

Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 296 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2014 154 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 154 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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RHC 210S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500 in Red with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 16,331 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 RHC 210S, 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 49 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 RHC 210S registered?

RHC 210S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is RHC 210S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHC 210S shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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