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KAB 265T

1979 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,862 mi
Last recorded43,862 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2020
Typical for 1979 Yamaha SR50026,887 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAB 265T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2020 43,862 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 43,821 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 43,751 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 43,695 miles

Central Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 43,679 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 43,642 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 43,538 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 43,457 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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KAB 265T 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 KAB 265T, 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 KAB 265T registered?

KAB 265T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 9 March 1979.

Is KAB 265T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAB 265T 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.

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