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SVR 319W

1981 Yamaha XT500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,750 mi
Last recorded8,750 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XT50017,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVR 319W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 8,750 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 8,750 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2015 8,691 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 8,414 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 8,414 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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SVR 319W is a 1981 Yamaha XT500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SVR 319W, 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 SVR 319W?

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What year was SVR 319W registered?

SVR 319W is a 1981 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is SVR 319W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVR 319W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SVR 319W have outstanding finance?

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