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WOL 548T

1979 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,786 mi
Last recorded41,786 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1979 Yamaha SR50026,887 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOL 548T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 41,786 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy throaty (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

throttle slightly sticky on right hand lock,, recommend check

Fail 7 Aug 2015 41,786 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy throaty (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

throttle slightly sticky on right hand lock,, recommend check

Pass 29 Mar 2014 41,716 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 41,506 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear cush drive has slight play in bearing

Fail 8 Apr 2013 41,506 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear cush drive has slight play in bearing

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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WOL 548T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WOL 548T, 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 WOL 548T registered?

WOL 548T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is WOL 548T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOL 548T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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