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GPM 483V

1980 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,150 mi
Last recorded49,150 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR50030,557 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPM 483V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2020 49,150 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 48,129 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 46,924 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 43,898 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 43,856 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 43,676 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 43,427 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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GPM 483V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GPM 483V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GPM 483V registered?

GPM 483V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is GPM 483V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPM 483V shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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