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RSN 47R

1977 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,825 mi
Last recorded13,825 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XT50016,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSN 47R
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2015 13,825 miles

Chain guard missing

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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RSN 47R is a 1977 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 RSN 47R, 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 RSN 47R?

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What year was RSN 47R registered?

RSN 47R is a 1977 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 8 July 1977.

Is RSN 47R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSN 47R shows 1 test 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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