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S959 LEP

1999 Yamaha SR500

White Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,508 mi
Last recorded12,508 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha SR50023,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS959 LEP
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 12,508 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 12,480 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2024 12,480 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 12,280 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 11,600 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 11,599 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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S959 LEP is a 1999 Yamaha SR500 in White with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 23,826 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 S959 LEP, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S959 LEP registered?

S959 LEP is a 1999 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 5 January 1999.

Is S959 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S959 LEP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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