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TNG 185W

1981 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,739 mi
Last recorded12,739 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR50033,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNG 185W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 12,739 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 12,739 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 12,630 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 12,630 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2022 12,443 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 12,198 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 12,115 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 11,983 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 11,956 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 11,852 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 11,835 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 11,814 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 11,810 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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TNG 185W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 TNG 185W, 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 TNG 185W registered?

TNG 185W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is TNG 185W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNG 185W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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