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GBW 608V

1996 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,870 mi
Last recorded17,870 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBW 608V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 17,870 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corroded upper frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Upper frame oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2011 17,826 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 17,453 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 17,453 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 16,997 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 16,473 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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GBW 608V is a 1996 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GBW 608V, 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 GBW 608V registered?

GBW 608V is a 1996 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 18 November 1996.

Is GBW 608V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBW 608V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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