MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,118 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
alloy banjo fittings on front brake pipes are not recommended for road use
Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)
Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
alloy banjo fittings on front brake pipes are not recommended for road use
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
slight splits in sidewall of rear tyre
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)
slight splits in sidewall of rear tyre
How Reliable is the Yamaha RD500?
Based on 2,174 MOT tests across 418 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B640 WNC is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.
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 B640 WNC, 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 B640 WNC registered?
B640 WNC is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 May 1985.
Is B640 WNC safe to buy?
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