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DGW 293T

1979 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,650 mi
Last recorded50,650 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 1979 Yamaha SR50026,887 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGW 293T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 50,650 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 50,650 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2011 50,313 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 157,525 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 50,061 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 49,740 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 49,517 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 48,856 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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DGW 293T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DGW 293T, 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 DGW 293T registered?

DGW 293T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 16 July 1979.

Is DGW 293T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGW 293T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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