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TFJ 580X

1981 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,121 mi
Last recorded38,121 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR50033,981 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFJ 580X
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Feb 2012 38,121 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Feb 2012 38,121 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2011 37,208 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 36,853 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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TFJ 580X is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TFJ 580X, 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 TFJ 580X registered?

TFJ 580X is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 19 September 1981.

Is TFJ 580X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFJ 580X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TFJ 580X have outstanding finance?

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