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RKH 813T

1997 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,863 mi
Last recorded97,863 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKH 813T
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2009 97,863 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 26,248 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 96,236 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2005 96,236 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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RKH 813T is a 1997 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RKH 813T, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RKH 813T registered?

RKH 813T is a 1997 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is RKH 813T safe to buy?

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