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A455 BKU

1984 Yamaha RD500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,550 mi
Last recorded21,550 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD50017,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA455 BKU
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 21,550 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 21,401 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 21,175 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 21,175 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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A455 BKU is a 1984 Yamaha RD500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A455 BKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A455 BKU?

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What year was A455 BKU registered?

A455 BKU is a 1984 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A455 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A455 BKU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A455 BKU have outstanding finance?

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