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B989 XKK

1985 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,020 mi
Last recorded21,020 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB989 XKK
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 May 2025 21,020 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 20,903 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 20,871 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 20,822 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 20,776 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 20,759 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 20,755 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 20,751 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 20,691 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 20,386 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 20,380 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 20,377 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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B989 XKK is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 B989 XKK, 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.

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What year was B989 XKK registered?

B989 XKK is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 27 March 1985.

Is B989 XKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B989 XKK shows 12 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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