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B151 TTT

1984 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

49,631 mi
Last recorded49,631 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD50017,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB151 TTT
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 49,631 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 49,132 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 49,132 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 47,601 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 46,249 miles

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement up and down play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 44,935 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 44,037 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 43,053 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 41,887 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 39,997 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 38,610 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

front tyre worn unevenly

Pass 10 Nov 2012 36,240 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 34,056 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 32,131 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 30,148 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 27,892 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 25,616 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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B151 TTT is a 1984 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 B151 TTT, 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 B151 TTT registered?

B151 TTT is a 1984 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B151 TTT safe to buy?

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