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CHG 88V

1980 Yamaha SR500

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,625 mi
Last recorded21,625 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR50030,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHG 88V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 21,625 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 21,314 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 20,919 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 20,919 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 20,560 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 20,560 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 19,755 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 19,478 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 19,478 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 19,309 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 18,809 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2011 18,809 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 18,560 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 May 2010 18,560 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 May 2009 17,983 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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CHG 88V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 30,557 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CHG 88V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CHG 88V registered?

CHG 88V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is CHG 88V safe to buy?

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