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XAE 961T

1979 Yamaha SR500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

5,226 mi
Last recorded5,226 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 Yamaha SR50026,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAE 961T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 5,226 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 2,961 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 950 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2012 950 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 197 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 301 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 301 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 244 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 244 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 19,682 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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XAE 961T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XAE 961T, 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

How do I check the history of XAE 961T?

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What year was XAE 961T registered?

XAE 961T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 26 July 1979.

Is XAE 961T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAE 961T shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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