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A150 DPL

1983 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,753 mi
Last recorded35,753 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha SR50019,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA150 DPL
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 35,753 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 35,743 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 35,733 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 35,486 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 35,345 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 35,278 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 35,278 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 35,242 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 35,202 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 35,184 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 35,184 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 35,135 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 35,077 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 26 May 2007 35,077 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 May 2006 35,062 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 35,062 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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A150 DPL is a 1983 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 19,069 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 A150 DPL, 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 43 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 A150 DPL registered?

A150 DPL is a 1983 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 12 September 1983.

Is A150 DPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A150 DPL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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