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XTH 977T

1979 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,773 mi
Last recorded26,773 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XT50020,239 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTH 977T
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 26,773 miles

front wheel out of alignment almost to excess

Pass 22 Jul 2011 25,655 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 24,913 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 23,649 miles

headlamp insecure almost too excess

rear wheel buckled not too excess at this time

securing bolt on petrol tank broken off

Fail 14 Aug 2009 23,649 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

headlamp insecure almost too excess

rear wheel buckled not too excess at this time

securing bolt on petrol tank broken off

Pass 13 Jun 2008 22,827 miles

SLIGHT RUN OUT ON REAR WHEEL(BUCKLE)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 22,718 miles

Foot brake leaver play at pivot

tyres slight cracking arrount tread both

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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XTH 977T is a 1979 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 XTH 977T, 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

How do I check the history of XTH 977T?

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What year was XTH 977T registered?

XTH 977T is a 1979 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 21 March 1979.

Is XTH 977T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTH 977T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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