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WGC 427R

1977 Yamaha XT

White Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

31,498 mi
Last recorded31,498 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGC 427R
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2015 31,498 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Jul 2015 31,498 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 29,974 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 29,943 miles

Centre Front Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Centre Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Centre Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Inner Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Inner Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Oct 2012 24,430 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 24,430 miles

Engine mounting bolt missing.

Fail 2 Nov 2011 24,430 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Engine mounting bolt missing.

Pass 5 May 2009 23,469 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 1,786 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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WGC 427R is a 1977 Yamaha XT in White with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WGC 427R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 49 years old, this Yamaha XT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WGC 427R registered?

WGC 427R is a 1977 Yamaha XT, first registered on 3 June 1977.

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