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OGT 554V

1980 Yamaha SR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

32,156 mi
Last recorded32,156 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR50030,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGT 554V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1980
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 32,156 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 31,576 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 31,576 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2016 30,835 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 30,311 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 29,581 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 29,316 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 28,607 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 28,578 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2009 28,174 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 27,700 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 27,684 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 26,995 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 26,995 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 25,352 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 25,352 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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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OGT 554V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 OGT 554V, 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 OGT 554V registered?

OGT 554V is a 1980 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 5 April 1980.

Is OGT 554V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGT 554V shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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