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H809 JCV

1990 Yamaha SR500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,031 mi
Last recorded8,031 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha SR50033,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH809 JCV
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2026 8,031 miles

front brake has a spongy operation

fuel cap rubber perished

head light mask fitted at time of test.

Pass 15 Feb 2025 7,776 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 7,699 miles

Headlamp Masked

Pass 2 Apr 2021 7,602 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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H809 JCV is a 1990 Yamaha SR500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 33,172 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 H809 JCV, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H809 JCV registered?

H809 JCV is a 1990 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H809 JCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H809 JCV shows 4 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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