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B462 FTU

1985 Yamaha SR500

Gold Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB462 FTU
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025
Pass 11 Apr 2024 16,684 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 15,731 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 15,646 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 15,406 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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B462 FTU is a 1985 Yamaha SR500 in Gold with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 B462 FTU, 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 B462 FTU registered?

B462 FTU is a 1985 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is B462 FTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B462 FTU shows 5 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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