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B788 HFE

1984 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,538 mi
Last recorded19,538 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD50017,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB788 HFE
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2024 19,538 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 18,603 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 17,798 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 17,187 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 16,727 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 16,410 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 15,577 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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B788 HFE is a 1984 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha RD500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 17,756 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 B788 HFE, 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 42 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 B788 HFE registered?

B788 HFE is a 1984 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is B788 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B788 HFE shows 7 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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