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SGK 83V

1994 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,176 mi
Last recorded6,176 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGK 83V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 6,176 miles

no indicators fitted

rear seat subframe modified

Fail 6 Dec 2018 6,176 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose leaking brake control 1 braided hose to union joint (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

no indicators fitted

rear seat subframe modified

Pass 4 Jul 2017 5,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 5,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 May 2016 5,419 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2010

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 19,763 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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SGK 83V is a 1994 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SGK 83V, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SGK 83V registered?

SGK 83V is a 1994 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 9 August 1994.

Is SGK 83V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGK 83V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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