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VMG 349S

1978 Yamaha XT500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,439 mi
Last recorded19,439 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XT50018,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMG 349S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 19,439 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 19,289 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 19,017 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 18,639 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 18,128 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 17,642 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 26 Mar 2011 16,183 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,183 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 15,294 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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VMG 349S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 VMG 349S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VMG 349S?

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What year was VMG 349S registered?

VMG 349S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 5 June 1978.

Is VMG 349S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMG 349S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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