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FGC 857X

1982 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,650 mi
Last recorded40,650 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 1982 Yamaha SR50026,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGC 857X
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2023 40,650 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 39,833 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 39,401 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 38,807 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 38,343 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2015 38,059 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 37,642 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 37,639 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 37,536 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 37,157 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 36,821 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 36,523 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 36,097 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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FGC 857X is a 1982 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 26,826 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FGC 857X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FGC 857X?

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What year was FGC 857X registered?

FGC 857X is a 1982 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 23 April 1982.

Is FGC 857X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGC 857X shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FGC 857X have outstanding finance?

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