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APY 238T

1979 Yamaha Sr

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,873 mi
Last recorded19,873 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPY 238T
MakeYamaha
ModelSr
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2009 19,873 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Fail 13 Jun 2009 19,873 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 19,022 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Sr?

Based on 2,285 MOT tests across 343 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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APY 238T is a 1979 Yamaha Sr in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Sr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APY 238T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Sr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha Sr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was APY 238T registered?

APY 238T is a 1979 Yamaha Sr, first registered on 12 February 1979.

Is APY 238T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APY 238T shows 3 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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