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SNS 801W

1981 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,021 mi
Last recorded39,021 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XT50017,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNS 801W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 39,021 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 37,775 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 37,264 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 36,754 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 35,722 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 35,722 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2008 34,351 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 34,351 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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SNS 801W is a 1981 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,364 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 SNS 801W, 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 45 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 SNS 801W?

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What year was SNS 801W registered?

SNS 801W is a 1981 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 12 February 1981.

Is SNS 801W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNS 801W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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