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YDG 83Y

1982 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

3,428 mi
Last recorded3,428 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha SR50026,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDG 83Y
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 3,428 miles

Brake reaction bracket worn, but not excessively movement on clevis bolts (1.1.15 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear tyre starting to delaminate

Pass 11 Aug 2021 3,361 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear tyre starting to delaminate

Pass 11 Aug 2020 3,144 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2020 3,133 miles

Headlamp aim not tested headlamp not working (4.1.2 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements not loud enough (7.7 (c))

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied fouling on exhaust (1.1.2 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

headlamp high beam telltale on constantly

Pass 8 Sep 2018 2,984 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 2,914 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 2,743 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 2,582 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 2,570 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition cannot be tested non starter (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired no proper dip pattern to check (1.2.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2014 2,350 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front tyre starting to perrish

Fail 6 Jul 2013 1,230 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 1,230 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 75 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 75 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 45,375 miles

Rear reflector deteriorated but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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YDG 83Y is a 1982 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 26,826 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 YDG 83Y, 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 44 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 YDG 83Y registered?

YDG 83Y is a 1982 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 4 August 1982.

Is YDG 83Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDG 83Y shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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