MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
53,346 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha SR500?
Based on 2,796 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PDV 319W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 PDV 319W, 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 PDV 319W registered?
PDV 319W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 27 March 1981.
Is PDV 319W safe to buy?
The MOT history for PDV 319W shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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