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SGC 708Y

1997 Yamaha SR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,953 mi
Last recorded46,953 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGC 708Y
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 46,953 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 46,759 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 46,660 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 46,491 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 45,747 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 45,747 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 44,453 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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SGC 708Y is a 1997 Yamaha SR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SGC 708Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SGC 708Y registered?

SGC 708Y is a 1997 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 10 March 1997.

Is SGC 708Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGC 708Y shows 7 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.

Does SGC 708Y have outstanding finance?

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