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B983 PDD

1985 Yamaha RD500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,175 mi
Last recorded32,175 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB983 PDD
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 32,175 miles

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 32,054 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 31,876 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 31,615 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 31,612 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Play in clutch lever pivot bush.

Pass 11 Mar 2022 31,306 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 31,306 miles

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 2 May 2006 31,065 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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B983 PDD is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B983 PDD, 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 B983 PDD registered?

B983 PDD is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 19 March 1985.

Is B983 PDD safe to buy?

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