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CLH 784T

1978 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,297 mi
Last recorded85,297 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 1978 Yamaha SR50023,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLH 784T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2021 85,297 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 84,809 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 83,202 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 81,798 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 80,289 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 79,039 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 77,250 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 76,244 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 75,876 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 74,546 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 73,194 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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CLH 784T is a 1978 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 CLH 784T, 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 CLH 784T?

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What year was CLH 784T registered?

CLH 784T is a 1978 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 11 August 1978.

Is CLH 784T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLH 784T shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLH 784T have outstanding finance?

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