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YJF 853S

1990 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,554 mi
Last recorded12,554 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1990 Yamaha SR50033,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJF 853S
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2018 12,554 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement in swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

after market exhaust fitted

daylight use only mot all lights taped

horn weak

Pass 24 Oct 2014 12,546 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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YJF 853S is a 1990 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 33,172 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 YJF 853S, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJF 853S registered?

YJF 853S is a 1990 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 22 October 1990.

Is YJF 853S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJF 853S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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