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B876 XYG

1985 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,998 mi
Last recorded30,998 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB876 XYG
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 30,998 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 30,253 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 30,253 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 29,313 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 28,656 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 27,637 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 26,747 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 26,285 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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B876 XYG is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B876 XYG, 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 B876 XYG registered?

B876 XYG is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B876 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B876 XYG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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