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B848 DBV

1992 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,125 mi
Last recorded17,125 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB848 DBV
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 17,125 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play sprocket carrier bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 14,056 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 14,028 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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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B848 DBV is a 1992 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B848 DBV, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha RD500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B848 DBV registered?

B848 DBV is a 1992 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 8 July 1992.

Is B848 DBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B848 DBV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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