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TAO 290S

2013 Yamaha XT500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,177 mi
Last recorded13,177 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2013 Yamaha XT50010,073 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAO 290S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 13,177 miles

no lights fitted at time of test.vehicle should not be used outside daylight hours or at times of reduced visibility!

Pass 21 Apr 2017 12,533 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 11,584 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 11,584 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 10,587 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 9,023 miles

handle bar mounting slightly distorted

Pass 3 Jan 2013 7,792 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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TAO 290S is a 2013 Yamaha XT500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2013 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 10,073 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TAO 290S, 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 13 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAO 290S?

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What year was TAO 290S registered?

TAO 290S is a 2013 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 July 2013.

Is TAO 290S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAO 290S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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