MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
56,468 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
exhaust outlet is close to number plate
headlamp pattern is poor.
headrace bearings need slight adjustment
left riders foot rest needs new spring
How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?
Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.
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VKL 51S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests 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 VKL 51S, 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 VKL 51S registered?
VKL 51S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 31 October 1977.
Is VKL 51S safe to buy?
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