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B961 TEL

1985 Yamaha RD500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,751 mi
Last recorded11,751 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB961 TEL
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 May 2026 11,751 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 11,238 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 10,757 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 10,239 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 9,047 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 6,281 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 4,699 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 3,179 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 1,833 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 1,428 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 17 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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B961 TEL is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in Black 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 B961 TEL, 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 B961 TEL registered?

B961 TEL is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 2 April 1985.

Is B961 TEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B961 TEL 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.

Does B961 TEL have outstanding finance?

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