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DGT 395T

1978 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,602 mi
Last recorded73,602 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1978 Yamaha SR50023,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGT 395T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 73,602 miles

slight play in swingarm bushes

Pass 6 Jun 2012 69,764 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 65,986 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

rear brake arm near to 90 degree angle

Fail 8 Jun 2011 65,985 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

rear brake arm near to 90 degree angle

Pass 28 May 2010 61,807 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 58,220 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2008 54,625 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 51,538 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2006 48,918 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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DGT 395T is a 1978 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DGT 395T, 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.

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What year was DGT 395T registered?

DGT 395T is a 1978 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 5 September 1978.

Is DGT 395T safe to buy?

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