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HVM 580V

1980 Yamaha SR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,569 mi
Last recorded17,569 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR50030,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVM 580V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2019 17,569 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 16,559 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 16,181 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 15,825 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 15,607 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 15,400 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 26 May 2012 15,160 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 14,672 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 14,219 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 13,870 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 13,483 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 13,074 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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HVM 580V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HVM 580V, 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 HVM 580V registered?

HVM 580V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 12 January 1980.

Is HVM 580V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVM 580V shows 12 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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