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A979 KFH

1984 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,238 mi
Last recorded23,238 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2009
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD50017,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA979 KFH
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2009 23,238 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 22,807 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 31 Mar 2007 22,807 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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A979 KFH is a 1984 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A979 KFH, 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 A979 KFH registered?

A979 KFH is a 1984 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 23 July 1984.

Is A979 KFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A979 KFH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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