MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,188 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?
Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TPH 688S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1978 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,489 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 TPH 688S, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was TPH 688S registered?
TPH 688S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 22 February 1978.
Is TPH 688S safe to buy?
The MOT history for TPH 688S 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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