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VGS 304S

1977 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,575 mi
Last recorded4,575 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XT50016,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGS 304S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 4,575 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 3,903 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 3,454 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 3,398 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 3,289 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 3,173 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 2,968 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 2,592 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 2,278 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 2,278 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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VGS 304S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VGS 304S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VGS 304S registered?

VGS 304S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 4 October 1977.

Is VGS 304S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGS 304S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VGS 304S have outstanding finance?

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