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LPG 262W

1981 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

504 mi
Last recorded504 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR50033,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPG 262W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 504 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

slight cracking front tyre sidewall

Fail 7 Dec 2023 504 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

slight cracking front tyre sidewall

Pass 2 Sep 2021 253 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 1 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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LPG 262W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 LPG 262W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LPG 262W registered?

LPG 262W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 4 February 1981.

Is LPG 262W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPG 262W shows 4 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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