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XTR 721

1982 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,097 mi
Last recorded24,097 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XT50024,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTR 721
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 24,097 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 24,097 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 23,921 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 23,882 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 23,745 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 23,710 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 23,671 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 139,452 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 23,555 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 23,456 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 23,375 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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XTR 721 is a 1982 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 24,386 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 XTR 721, 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 44 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 XTR 721?

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What year was XTR 721 registered?

XTR 721 is a 1982 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 29 January 1982.

Is XTR 721 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTR 721 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XTR 721 have outstanding finance?

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