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VFH 579S

1977 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,813 mi
Last recorded3,813 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XT50016,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFH 579S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 3,813 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 3,813 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 3,778 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 3,721 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 3,673 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 3,641 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 3,641 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Fail 16 Oct 2013 3,409 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 3,409 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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VFH 579S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 16,331 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 VFH 579S, 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 49 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 VFH 579S?

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What year was VFH 579S registered?

VFH 579S is a 1977 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 24 October 1977.

Is VFH 579S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFH 579S shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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