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DTR 846W

1981 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

32,384 mi
Last recorded32,384 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR50033,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTR 846W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 32,384 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Feb 2022 32,384 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 30,573 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 28,676 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 28,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2017 28,055 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 27,746 miles

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

Rear tyre cracking.

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 27,746 miles

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

Rear tyre cracking.

Pass 23 Apr 2010 27,169 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2010 27,169 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.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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DTR 846W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 33,981 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 DTR 846W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DTR 846W registered?

DTR 846W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is DTR 846W safe to buy?

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