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SFL 589R

2011 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,005 mi
Last recorded19,005 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2011 Yamaha XT5009,691 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFL 589R
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 19,005 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 19,001 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 18,922 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 18,952 miles

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 7 Nov 2013 18,736 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 18,676 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 18,676 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 18,523 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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SFL 589R is a 2011 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2011 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 9,691 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 SFL 589R, 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 15 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SFL 589R registered?

SFL 589R is a 2011 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 8 December 2011.

Is SFL 589R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFL 589R shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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