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KLX 662V

1980 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,460 mi
Last recorded43,460 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2014
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR50030,557 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLX 662V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2014 43,460 miles

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

front forks slightly pitted.

front tyre starting to perish.

Pass 22 Jun 2011 43,206 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 43,059 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2010 43,059 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 May 2009 42,856 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 42,856 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2008 42,361 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 40,417 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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KLX 662V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KLX 662V, 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

How do I check the history of KLX 662V?

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What year was KLX 662V registered?

KLX 662V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 14 January 1980.

Is KLX 662V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLX 662V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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