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YKO 526S

1994 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

790 mi
Last recorded790 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKO 526S
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2015 790 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 790 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 5,085 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 4,907 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 4,906 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 4,781 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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YKO 526S is a 1994 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YKO 526S, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of YKO 526S?

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What year was YKO 526S registered?

YKO 526S is a 1994 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 4 July 1994.

Is YKO 526S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKO 526S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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