MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
59,729 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Wheel balance weight loose on spoke .
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Gear lever loose.
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Gear lever loose.
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?
Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SPT 149R is a 1976 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1976 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 16,272 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 SPT 149R, 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 50 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was SPT 149R registered?
SPT 149R is a 1976 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 3 September 1976.
Is SPT 149R safe to buy?
The MOT history for SPT 149R 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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