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B965 XBH

1985 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,154 mi
Last recorded33,154 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB965 XBH
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2024 33,154 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 32,470 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 31,720 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 31,052 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 31,036 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 30,943 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 30,697 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 30,194 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 29,876 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 29,807 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 29,482 miles

Inner Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Inner Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Lower Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear caliper piston on offside not working as equall as other piston †

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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B965 XBH is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in Red 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 B965 XBH, 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 B965 XBH registered?

B965 XBH is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is B965 XBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B965 XBH 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.

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