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THG 497T

1983 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,047 mi
Last recorded3,047 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT50017,423 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHG 497T
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 3,047 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 2,909 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 2,906 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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THG 497T is a 1983 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 1983 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 17,423 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 THG 497T, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was THG 497T registered?

THG 497T is a 1983 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is THG 497T safe to buy?

The MOT history for THG 497T 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.

Does THG 497T have outstanding finance?

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