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B208 EGT

1990 Yamaha SR500

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,203 mi
Last recorded20,203 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha SR50033,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB208 EGT
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 20,203 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 19,780 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 19,206 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 18,975 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 18,470 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 18,202 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 17,913 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 17,249 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 16,895 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 16,895 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 16,654 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 16,177 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 15,794 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 15,369 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 15,369 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 14,264 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 13,699 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 12,529 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 11,458 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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B208 EGT is a 1990 Yamaha SR500 in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 33,172 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B208 EGT, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B208 EGT?

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What year was B208 EGT registered?

B208 EGT is a 1990 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is B208 EGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B208 EGT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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