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A806 TAG

1984 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,709 mi
Last recorded2,709 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD50017,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA806 TAG
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine489cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2024 2,709 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 2,661 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 2,421 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 2,273 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 1,902 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 975 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 54,127 miles

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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A806 TAG is a 1984 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 A806 TAG, 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 A806 TAG registered?

A806 TAG is a 1984 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A806 TAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A806 TAG shows 7 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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