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B493 GAM

1985 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,606 mi
Last recorded46,606 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB493 GAM
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 46,606 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 46,432 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 46,338 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 46,203 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 46,015 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 45,931 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 45,847 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 45,555 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 45,386 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 45,295 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 44,995 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 44,872 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 44,619 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 44,416 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 44,165 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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B493 GAM is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 B493 GAM, 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 B493 GAM registered?

B493 GAM is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 7 May 1985.

Is B493 GAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B493 GAM shows 15 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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