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WWL 597T

1979 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

33,704 mi
Last recorded33,704 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XT50020,239 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWL 597T
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 33,704 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 31,170 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 29,817 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 29,817 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 27,825 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2015 26,035 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 26,035 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 23,715 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 20,239 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 20,239 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 20,150 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 20,131 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 20,131 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 14 Oct 2006 20,111 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 19,809 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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WWL 597T is a 1979 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 20,239 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 WWL 597T, 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 47 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 WWL 597T registered?

WWL 597T is a 1979 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is WWL 597T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWL 597T shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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