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B567 BGT

1985 Yamaha RD500

Orange Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,233 mi
Last recorded42,233 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB567 BGT
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2014 42,233 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 42,181 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 42,181 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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B567 BGT is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in Orange with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 B567 BGT, 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 B567 BGT registered?

B567 BGT is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is B567 BGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B567 BGT shows 3 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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