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B421 BGL

1985 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,778 mi
Last recorded25,778 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2015
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB421 BGL
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2015 25,778 miles

slight bind felt when front wheel turned by hand but none detected when tested in RBT.

Fail 2 Jul 2012 25,662 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 25,662 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 25,490 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 25,250 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 25,250 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2009 24,042 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 23,373 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 22,146 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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B421 BGL is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B421 BGL, 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 B421 BGL registered?

B421 BGL is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 4 February 1985.

Is B421 BGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B421 BGL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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