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FNB 103T

1978 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

34,332 mi
Last recorded34,332 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha SR50023,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNB 103T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 34,332 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 34,306 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 34,256 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 34,174 miles

Offside Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 34,174 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 33,714 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 33,050 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 32,634 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 3,245 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 31,954 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 May 2008 31,954 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 1 Jun 2007 31,074 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2007 31,074 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2006 29,878 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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FNB 103T is a 1978 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FNB 103T, 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 FNB 103T registered?

FNB 103T is a 1978 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 21 September 1978.

Is FNB 103T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNB 103T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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