MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,915 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha SR500?
Based on 2,796 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KSE 940V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 KSE 940V, 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 KSE 940V registered?
KSE 940V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 March 1980.
Is KSE 940V safe to buy?
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