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XGE 353S

1977 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,247 mi
Last recorded21,247 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XT50016,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGE 353S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 21,247 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive and sprockets (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 20,686 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 20,686 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 20,059 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 17,702 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 17,701 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 17,623 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 17,524 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 17,463 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 17,323 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 17,135 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 16,865 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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XGE 353S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 XGE 353S, 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

How do I check the history of XGE 353S?

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What year was XGE 353S registered?

XGE 353S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 30 September 1977.

Is XGE 353S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGE 353S shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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