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SYD 382W

1980 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

26,653 mi
Last recorded26,653 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SR50030,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYD 382W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 26,653 miles

both front and rear split pins missing from spindles - unable to determine whether other locking devices have been used.

fuel tank seal perished

Fail 5 Jan 2022 26,573 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

both front and rear split pins missing from spindles - unable to determine whether other locking devices have been used.

fuel tank seal perished

Pass 13 Jul 2020 25,506 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 24,592 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 24,592 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 24,375 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 24,375 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 23,791 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2010 22,539 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 22,539 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 21,212 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 19,874 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 19,874 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

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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SYD 382W is a 1980 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SYD 382W, 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 SYD 382W registered?

SYD 382W is a 1980 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 5 August 1980.

Is SYD 382W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYD 382W shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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