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THR 629Y

1983 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,534 mi
Last recorded14,534 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT50017,423 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHR 629Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 14,534 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 14,531 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements bulb horn fitted (7.7 (c))

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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THR 629Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 THR 629Y, 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

How do I check the history of THR 629Y?

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What year was THR 629Y registered?

THR 629Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 3 June 1983.

Is THR 629Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for THR 629Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does THR 629Y have outstanding finance?

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