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B411 PHN

1985 Yamaha RD500

Black Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,129 mi
Last recorded21,129 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB411 PHN
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 21,129 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 21,083 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 20,647 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 20,164 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 19,777 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 18,924 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 18,924 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 18,382 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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B411 PHN is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in Black with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 B411 PHN, 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 B411 PHN registered?

B411 PHN is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 15 April 1985.

Is B411 PHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B411 PHN 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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