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XLJ 488X

2001 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,640 mi
Last recorded36,640 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLJ 488X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 36,640 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 36,640 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 36,343 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 36,343 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 35,413 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear tyre perished

Fail 16 Jun 2018 35,413 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear tyre perished

Pass 19 Aug 2014 35,370 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 35,366 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 35,254 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 35,142 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 34,998 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 34,998 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 34,883 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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XLJ 488X is a 2001 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XLJ 488X, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XLJ 488X registered?

XLJ 488X is a 2001 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is XLJ 488X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLJ 488X shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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