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OPA 935W

1981 Yamaha SR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,330 mi
Last recorded44,330 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha SR50033,981 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPA 935W
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2016 44,330 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 44,134 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 44,105 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 44,058 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 43,953 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 43,759 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 43,632 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 43,503 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 43,476 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 43,363 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 42,972 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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OPA 935W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 OPA 935W, 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 935W registered?

OPA 935W is a 1981 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPA 935W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPA 935W shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPA 935W have outstanding finance?

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