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AWT 760S

1978 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,331 mi
Last recorded26,331 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha SR50023,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWT 760S
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 26,331 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 26,331 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2017 26,331 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 26,167 miles

exhaust is noisy

Pass 16 Jul 2014 25,629 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 25,629 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 25,073 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 25,024 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 25,024 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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AWT 760S is a 1978 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 23,203 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 AWT 760S, 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 48 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 AWT 760S?

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What year was AWT 760S registered?

AWT 760S is a 1978 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 11 May 1978.

Is AWT 760S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWT 760S shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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