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E702 FTM

1998 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,085 mi
Last recorded43,085 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR50026,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE702 FTM
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2022 43,085 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 41,355 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 38,919 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 37,449 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 36,585 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 36,307 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 35,837 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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E702 FTM is a 1998 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,274 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 E702 FTM, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E702 FTM registered?

E702 FTM is a 1998 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is E702 FTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E702 FTM shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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