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B138 YWS

2005 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,345 mi
Last recorded25,345 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB138 YWS
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 25,345 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 24,850 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 24,456 miles

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 23,958 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 8 Jun 2019 23,958 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 22,938 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 21,982 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 21,806 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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B138 YWS is a 2005 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B138 YWS, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha RD500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B138 YWS registered?

B138 YWS is a 2005 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is B138 YWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B138 YWS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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