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DDB 157T

1979 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,830 mi
Last recorded13,830 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2015
Typical for 1979 Yamaha SR50026,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDB 157T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2015 13,830 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 13,688 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 13,673 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 13,668 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 13,531 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 13,461 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 13,343 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 13,109 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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DDB 157T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DDB 157T, 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 DDB 157T registered?

DDB 157T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 18 April 1979.

Is DDB 157T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDB 157T shows 8 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 DDB 157T have outstanding finance?

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