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YOK 331T

1979 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

16,898 mi
Last recorded16,898 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XT50020,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOK 331T
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 16,898 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 15,943 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 15,792 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 15,422 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 14,459 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 14,459 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 13,319 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 11,854 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 11,659 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 11,651 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 11,617 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 11,612 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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YOK 331T is a 1979 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YOK 331T, 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.

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How do I check the history of YOK 331T?

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What year was YOK 331T registered?

YOK 331T is a 1979 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 12 April 1979.

Is YOK 331T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOK 331T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YOK 331T have outstanding finance?

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