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A422 DUX

1984 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

37,546 mi
Last recorded37,546 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD50017,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA422 DUX
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 37,546 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2020 37,533 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 37,111 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 36,615 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 36,191 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 35,916 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 35,097 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 34,405 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 34,029 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 32,667 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 32,025 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 28,842 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 28,401 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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A422 DUX is a 1984 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A422 DUX, 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 A422 DUX registered?

A422 DUX is a 1984 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A422 DUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A422 DUX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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