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20 Model Years Analyzed

Yamaha Sr500
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics

Average pass rate across all model years (1978-2018), based on 41 DVSA recorded tests.

90.2%

Average Pass Rate

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Most Tested Year

1983 Yamaha Sr500 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures

80% pass rateBased on 5 DVSA tests

Pass Rate by Year

Most Common Failures Across All Years

  1. 1A wheel bearing with excessive play
  2. 2Headlamp aim unable to be tested
  3. 3Headlamp ‘dip’ switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements
  4. 4Handlebar fractured, excessively deformed or excessively corroded
  5. 5The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average MOT pass rate for a Yamaha Sr500?

The Yamaha Sr500 has an average 90.2% MOT pass rate across model years 1978 to 2018, based on DVSA test data.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Sr500?

The most common MOT failure reasons for the Yamaha Sr500 across all years are: a wheel bearing with excessive play, headlamp aim unable to be tested, headlamp ‘dip’ switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.

Which Yamaha Sr500 year has the best MOT pass rate?

MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Yamaha Sr500 model years.