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HSR 144W

1997 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,584 mi
Last recorded29,584 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSR 144W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2021 29,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

steering head bearings slightly knotchy

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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HSR 144W is a 1997 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HSR 144W, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HSR 144W registered?

HSR 144W is a 1997 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is HSR 144W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSR 144W shows 1 test 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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