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TUM 136W

1981 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

17,537 mi
Last recorded17,537 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR50033,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUM 136W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 17,537 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2021 17,537 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 15,852 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2015 15,796 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

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)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 15,796 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 15,792 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 14,778 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 14,633 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 14,130 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 13,631 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 13,631 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 13,425 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 13,370 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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TUM 136W 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 69.2%.

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 TUM 136W, 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 TUM 136W registered?

TUM 136W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is TUM 136W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUM 136W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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