MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,370 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
tyres slightly perished
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
How Reliable is the Yamaha SR500?
Based on 2,796 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TRY 157X is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 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 TRY 157X, 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.
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What year was TRY 157X registered?
TRY 157X is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 6 November 1981.
Is TRY 157X safe to buy?
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