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B237 RHP

1985 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,575 mi
Last recorded2,575 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB237 RHP
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2014 2,575 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 2,343 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 23 Jun 2012 2,343 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 1,869 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 55,650 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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B237 RHP is a 1985 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B237 RHP, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B237 RHP registered?

B237 RHP is a 1985 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 2 January 1985.

Is B237 RHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B237 RHP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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