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A186 OFX

1984 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

867 mi
Last recorded867 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD50017,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA186 OFX
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2024 867 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 715 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 634 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 137 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Nov 2016 121 miles

Fork yoke slightly corroded. Slight pitting to fork stanchions. (2.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masked at time of test.

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD500?

Based on 2,174 MOT tests across 418 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
160
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
418
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
suspension bush has excessive free play 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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A186 OFX is a 1984 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha RD500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 17,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A186 OFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD500 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha RD500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A186 OFX registered?

A186 OFX is a 1984 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A186 OFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A186 OFX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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