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B80 RSH

1985 Yamaha RD500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,747 mi
Last recorded18,747 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB80 RSH
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 18,747 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 18,672 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 18,610 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 18,447 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 17,659 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 17,659 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 16,803 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 16,614 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 15,923 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 15,651 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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B80 RSH is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B80 RSH, 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 B80 RSH registered?

B80 RSH is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is B80 RSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B80 RSH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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