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B21 UEC

1985 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

963 mi
Last recorded963 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 UEC
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2025 963 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 599 miles

Day time use only.

Pass 2 Jun 2021 510 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Jun 2020 422 miles

No lights fitted at time of test.

Pass 8 Jun 2019 2,592 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Apr 2018

no lamps fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2017 162 miles

no lamps fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2016 100 miles

no lamps fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2015

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Feb 2014 20 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Oct 2012

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

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

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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B21 UEC is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 B21 UEC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B21 UEC registered?

B21 UEC is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B21 UEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B21 UEC shows 11 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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