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B520 WHD

1985 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,947 mi
Last recorded6,947 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB520 WHD
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 6,947 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 6,877 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 6,866 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 6,778 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 6,522 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 6,512 miles

Brake performance not tested rear brake has no performance (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 2 May 2014

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 2 May 2014

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 27 May 2009

No lights fitted at time of test

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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B520 WHD is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 492cc 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 B520 WHD, 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

How do I check the history of B520 WHD?

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What year was B520 WHD registered?

B520 WHD is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B520 WHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B520 WHD 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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