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EEC 681T

1978 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,191 mi
Last recorded20,191 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 1978 Yamaha SR50023,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEC 681T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 20,191 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 20,108 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 20,011 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 19,955 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 19,955 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 19,894 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 19,771 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 19,771 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 6 Apr 2009 19,575 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 19,575 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 19,365 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 19,149 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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EEC 681T is a 1978 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EEC 681T, 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

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What year was EEC 681T registered?

EEC 681T is a 1978 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is EEC 681T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEC 681T shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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