MOT Status
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25,389 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Chain guard missing
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Front Tyre beginning to perish
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))
Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Chain guard missing
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Front Tyre beginning to perish
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
no lights fitted at time of test
How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?
Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.
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TAD 256W is a 1981 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 TAD 256W, 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.
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What year was TAD 256W registered?
TAD 256W is a 1981 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 31 December 1981.
Is TAD 256W safe to buy?
The MOT history for TAD 256W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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