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L997 MUX

2003 Yamaha SR500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,642 mi
Last recorded38,642 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL997 MUX
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2024 38,642 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 38,396 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 36,971 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 36,568 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 35,920 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 35,673 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 34,217 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 32,699 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 31,547 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 28,732 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 25,950 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 21,643 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 16,382 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 11,751 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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L997 MUX is a 2003 Yamaha SR500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L997 MUX, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L997 MUX registered?

L997 MUX is a 2003 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is L997 MUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L997 MUX shows 14 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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