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B707 UEL

1985 Yamaha RD500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,800 mi
Last recorded24,800 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB707 UEL
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2021 24,800 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 24,637 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 24,575 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 24,270 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 24,230 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 23,892 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 23,823 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 23,323 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 22,575 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 21,930 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 21,558 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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B707 UEL is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 B707 UEL, 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 B707 UEL registered?

B707 UEL is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B707 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B707 UEL shows 11 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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