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B333 EGP

1985 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,216 mi
Last recorded20,216 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB333 EGP
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 May 2021 20,216 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2020 19,175 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 18,970 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 18,306 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 17,552 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 17,438 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 17,362 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 17,000 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 16,748 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 16,719 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 16,298 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Some minor contact between l/h handlebar and upper fairing. Unlikely to impede steering

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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B333 EGP is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in White 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 B333 EGP, 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 B333 EGP registered?

B333 EGP is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B333 EGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B333 EGP 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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