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C942 PHG

1996 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

57,322 mi
Last recorded57,322 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC942 PHG
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 57,322 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 57,322 miles

Exhaust system insecure down pipe insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2015 57,271 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 57,199 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 46,899 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 46,899 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 46,777 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 46,777 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 46,698 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 46,698 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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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C942 PHG is a 1996 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C942 PHG, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C942 PHG registered?

C942 PHG is a 1996 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 4 October 1996.

Is C942 PHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C942 PHG shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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