MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
46,429 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Central Front Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)
Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Offside Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)
Offside Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)
front tyre cracking on walls
How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?
Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VCF 698S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 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 VCF 698S, 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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How do I check the history of VCF 698S?
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What year was VCF 698S registered?
VCF 698S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 23 June 1978.
Is VCF 698S safe to buy?
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