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A391 EPA

1983 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,218 mi
Last recorded43,218 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2021
Typical for 1983 Yamaha SR50019,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA391 EPA
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2021 43,218 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 43,211 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 42,974 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 42,847 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 42,845 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 41,990 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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A391 EPA is a 1983 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%.

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 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 A391 EPA, 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.

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What year was A391 EPA registered?

A391 EPA is a 1983 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 29 September 1983.

Is A391 EPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A391 EPA 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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