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VGN 395R

1977 Yamaha XT500

White Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

919 mi
Last recorded919 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2010
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XT50016,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGN 395R
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2010 919 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 180 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2008 18,652 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 18,376 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 17,835 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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VGN 395R is a 1977 Yamaha XT500 in White with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VGN 395R, 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 VGN 395R?

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What year was VGN 395R registered?

VGN 395R is a 1977 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 23 May 1977.

Is VGN 395R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGN 395R shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VGN 395R have outstanding finance?

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