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UEM 723V

1980 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,989 mi
Last recorded4,989 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XT50014,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEM 723V
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 May 2013 4,989 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 May 2013 4,989 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 169 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 15 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 15 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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UEM 723V is a 1980 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 14,834 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 UEM 723V, 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 46 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 UEM 723V?

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What year was UEM 723V registered?

UEM 723V is a 1980 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 11 February 1980.

Is UEM 723V safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEM 723V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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