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A262 RWW

1984 Yamaha SR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

34,736 mi
Last recorded34,736 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA262 RWW
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 34,736 miles

Centre Rear tyre has a nail in it.

Nearside Front Beam deflector fitted.

Oil leak.

Fail 19 Sep 2015 34,736 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Centre Rear tyre has a nail in it.

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak.

Fail 19 Aug 2015 34,719 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

oil leak from engine

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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A262 RWW is a 1984 Yamaha SR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 A262 RWW, 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 42 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 A262 RWW registered?

A262 RWW is a 1984 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 20 June 1984.

Is A262 RWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A262 RWW shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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