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CKJ 724T

1979 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,873 mi
Last recorded2,873 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 Yamaha SR50026,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCKJ 724T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2014 2,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 2,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Pass 28 May 2011 2,873 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 2,627 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 2,409 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 1,808 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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CKJ 724T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 26,887 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 SR500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CKJ 724T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CKJ 724T registered?

CKJ 724T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is CKJ 724T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CKJ 724T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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