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YTW 239X

1981 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,303 mi
Last recorded18,303 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XT50017,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTW 239X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2023 18,303 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 22 May 2021 18,301 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 May 2021 18,301 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 16 May 2020 18,211 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2009 18,101 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 18,039 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 17,923 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 17,923 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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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YTW 239X is a 1981 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,364 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 YTW 239X, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YTW 239X registered?

YTW 239X is a 1981 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 24 September 1981.

Is YTW 239X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTW 239X shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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