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OPA 926W

1981 Yamaha SR500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6 mi
Last recorded6 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR50033,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPA 926W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 6 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 24,626 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 24,621 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 23,863 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 23,863 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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OPA 926W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 33,981 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 OPA 926W, 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 45 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 OPA 926W registered?

OPA 926W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPA 926W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPA 926W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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