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HNP 221S

1980 Yamaha SR500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2021
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,147 mi
Last recorded12,147 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR50030,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNP 221S
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2019 12,147 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 11,984 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 11,366 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 11,358 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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HNP 221S is a 1980 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 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 HNP 221S, 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.

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What year was HNP 221S registered?

HNP 221S is a 1980 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is HNP 221S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNP 221S 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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