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DNA 693T

1979 Yamaha SR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

10,586 mi
Last recorded10,586 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Yamaha SR50026,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNA 693T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 10,586 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 10,568 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 10,522 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 10,469 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 10,104 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 9,629 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 9,396 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 9,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 9,087 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 8,582 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 8,582 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 7,795 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 7,795 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 7,220 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 7,220 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 6,858 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 6,858 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 6,404 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 6,404 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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DNA 693T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DNA 693T, 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.

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What year was DNA 693T registered?

DNA 693T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 30 March 1979.

Is DNA 693T safe to buy?

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