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TAV 866S

1977 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,236 mi
Last recorded25,236 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XT50016,331 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAV 866S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 25,236 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 25,236 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 25,236 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 24,559 miles

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 8 Aug 2012 23,107 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 22,381 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 19,672 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 19,672 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 19,082 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 18,308 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 17,820 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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TAV 866S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 16,331 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 TAV 866S, 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 49 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 TAV 866S?

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What year was TAV 866S registered?

TAV 866S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is TAV 866S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAV 866S shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAV 866S have outstanding finance?

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