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MBW 239W

1981 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,881 mi
Last recorded35,881 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2014
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR50033,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBW 239W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2014 35,881 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 35,714 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 35,655 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 May 2008 35,384 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 May 2008 35,384 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 34,983 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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MBW 239W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MBW 239W, 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 MBW 239W registered?

MBW 239W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is MBW 239W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBW 239W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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