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RKU 78X

2014 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,205 mi
Last recorded18,205 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 2014 Yamaha XT50010,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKU 78X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 18,205 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 18,122 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 17,929 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 17,586 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 17,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Nov 2016 17,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 17,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 17,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 16,972 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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RKU 78X is a 2014 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2014 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 10,213 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 RKU 78X, 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 12 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RKU 78X?

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What year was RKU 78X registered?

RKU 78X is a 2014 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 May 2014.

Is RKU 78X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKU 78X 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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