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DEG 528V

1980 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

31,755 mi
Last recorded31,755 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2010
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR50030,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEG 528V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2010 31,755 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 31,755 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 14 May 2009 31,240 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 31,240 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 30,683 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 30,683 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 30,617 miles

FRONT DISC LIGHTLY RUBBING CALIPER HANGER

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 22 Jul 2005 30,474 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake drum(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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DEG 528V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DEG 528V, 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 DEG 528V registered?

DEG 528V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 3 January 1980.

Is DEG 528V safe to buy?

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