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EWU 773T

1979 Yamaha SR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,694 mi
Last recorded55,694 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 1979 Yamaha SR50026,887 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWU 773T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 55,694 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 55,632 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 55,363 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 May 2015 55,173 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2014 54,711 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 54,541 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 54,478 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 54,300 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 54,289 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 52,935 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 50,846 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 49,385 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2006 48,864 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 48,864 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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EWU 773T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EWU 773T, 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 EWU 773T registered?

EWU 773T is a 1979 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 10 April 1979.

Is EWU 773T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWU 773T shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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