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A747 VAV

1984 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,198 mi
Last recorded11,198 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD50017,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA747 VAV
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 11,198 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 40,062 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 38,830 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Jun 2006 38,815 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

oil leak

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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A747 VAV is a 1984 Yamaha RD500 in Red 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 A747 VAV, 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 A747 VAV registered?

A747 VAV is a 1984 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 11 July 1984.

Is A747 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A747 VAV 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.

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