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B700 FUJ

1985 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,297 mi
Last recorded21,297 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2011
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB700 FUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2011 21,297 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 21,215 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 21,215 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 20,499 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 19,526 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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B700 FUJ is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B700 FUJ, 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 B700 FUJ?

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What year was B700 FUJ registered?

B700 FUJ is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is B700 FUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B700 FUJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B700 FUJ have outstanding finance?

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