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P503 UDL

1997 Yamaha Sr

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,352 mi
Last recorded28,352 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Sr16,025 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP503 UDL
MakeYamaha
ModelSr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 28,352 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 26,985 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2015 25,399 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 25,399 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 24,167 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 23,192 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 23,192 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 21,838 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 23,707 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 23,707 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake drum(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 20,880 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 20,430 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Oct 2005

How Reliable is the Yamaha Sr?

Based on 2,285 MOT tests across 343 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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P503 UDL is a 1997 Yamaha Sr in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Sr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 16,025 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 Sr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P503 UDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Sr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Sr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P503 UDL is a 1997 Yamaha Sr, first registered on 19 April 1997.

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