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JCW 523W

1981 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,733 mi
Last recorded33,733 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR50033,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCW 523W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 33,733 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 33,733 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2017 33,199 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 33,019 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 32,893 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 32,093 miles

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 31,736 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 31,736 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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JCW 523W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 33,981 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 JCW 523W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JCW 523W registered?

JCW 523W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is JCW 523W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCW 523W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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