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RKU 225X

2016 Yamaha XT500

Multi-colour Petrol 495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,333 mi
Last recorded70,333 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2022
Typical for 2016 Yamaha XT5009,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKU 225X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year2016
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine495cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2022 70,333 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 70,320 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 70,112 miles

Front Tyre Perishing

Rear Tyre Perishing and cuts in tyre but not down to cords.

Pass 14 Aug 2018 69,979 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 69,724 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 69,476 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Jun 2016 69,476 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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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RKU 225X is a 2016 Yamaha XT500 in Multi-colour with a 495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2016 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 9,362 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 RKU 225X, 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 10 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RKU 225X registered?

RKU 225X is a 2016 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 1 July 2016.

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The MOT history for RKU 225X 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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