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EFJ 917T

1978 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,588 mi
Last recorded28,588 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2009
Typical for 1978 Yamaha SR50023,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFJ 917T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2009 28,588 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 28,236 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2005 27,672 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2005 27,672 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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EFJ 917T is a 1978 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 EFJ 917T, 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 EFJ 917T registered?

EFJ 917T is a 1978 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 3 August 1978.

Is EFJ 917T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFJ 917T shows 4 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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