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A799 NJK

1984 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,147 mi
Last recorded55,147 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA799 NJK
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 55,147 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 52,677 miles

Front tyre is starting to perish.

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 51,910 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 May 2021 50,173 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 49,007 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 48,682 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 48,682 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 47,625 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 47,523 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 44,758 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 44,741 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha SR500?

Based on 2,796 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Direction indicator not working 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Horn not working 16
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A799 NJK is a 1984 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

The most common reason a Yamaha SR500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A799 NJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha SR500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A799 NJK registered?

A799 NJK is a 1984 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A799 NJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A799 NJK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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