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YEL 955S

2018 Yamaha XT500

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 2018 Yamaha XT5008,720 mi
4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEL 955S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017

Chain guard missing ()

DAYTIME USE ONLY [No lights fitted at time of test]

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear mudguard damaged [cracked]

Fail 8 Jul 2017

Chain guard missing ()

DAYTIME USE ONLY [No lights fitted at time of test]

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear mudguard damaged [cracked]

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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YEL 955S is a 2018 Yamaha XT500 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2018 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 8,720 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 YEL 955S, 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 8 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YEL 955S?

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What year was YEL 955S registered?

YEL 955S is a 2018 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is YEL 955S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEL 955S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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