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GLR 446T

1979 Yamaha SR500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,846 mi
Last recorded68,846 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 1979 Yamaha SR50026,887 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLR 446T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2014 68,846 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 68,337 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 67,527 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 67,088 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 65,380 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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GLR 446T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 GLR 446T, 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 GLR 446T registered?

GLR 446T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 25 June 1979.

Is GLR 446T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLR 446T shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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