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RSA 396R

1977 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,896 mi
Last recorded20,896 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XT50016,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSA 396R
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 May 2024 20,896 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 20,877 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

exhaust emmissions slightly smokey?

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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RSA 396R is a 1977 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 RSA 396R, 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

How do I check the history of RSA 396R?

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What year was RSA 396R registered?

RSA 396R is a 1977 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 21 March 1977.

Is RSA 396R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSA 396R shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RSA 396R have outstanding finance?

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