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B105 GWB

1985 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,590 mi
Last recorded15,590 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB105 GWB
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2025 15,590 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 15,416 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 15,068 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 14,747 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 14,318 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 14,221 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 13,951 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 13,901 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 13,747 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 13,188 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 13,009 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 12,840 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 12,698 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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B105 GWB is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha RD500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 20,755 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 B105 GWB, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha RD500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B105 GWB registered?

B105 GWB is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 3 June 1985.

Is B105 GWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B105 GWB shows 13 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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