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RFC 494W

1997 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,473 mi
Last recorded33,473 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFC 494W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2011 33,473 miles

front brake slightly long travel

Pass 12 Jun 2009 27,285 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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RFC 494W is a 1997 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 RFC 494W, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RFC 494W registered?

RFC 494W is a 1997 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is RFC 494W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFC 494W shows 2 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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