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PKO 977W

1981 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,231 mi
Last recorded41,231 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR50033,981 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKO 977W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 41,231 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 41,014 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 40,707 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 40,371 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 40,109 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 39,401 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 39,165 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 38,805 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 38,446 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 32,238 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 31,456 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 31,455 miles

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Offside Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 28,570 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 28,570 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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PKO 977W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PKO 977W, 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 PKO 977W registered?

PKO 977W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 18 May 1981.

Is PKO 977W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKO 977W shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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