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UBM 149R

1977 Yamaha XT500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,077 mi
Last recorded31,077 miles
Recorded on6 May 2006
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XT50016,331 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBM 149R
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 May 2006 31,077 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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UBM 149R is a 1977 Yamaha XT500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UBM 149R, 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.

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What year was UBM 149R registered?

UBM 149R is a 1977 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 17 June 1977.

Is UBM 149R safe to buy?

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