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C427 RFE

1986 Yamaha RD500

Yellow Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,678 mi
Last recorded12,678 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1986 Yamaha RD50020,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC427 RFE
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2024 12,678 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 12,500 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 12,231 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 12,049 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 11,952 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 11,864 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 11,657 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 11,507 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 11,293 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 10,932 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 10,401 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 10,021 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 32,832 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 32,769 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 32,680 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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C427 RFE is a 1986 Yamaha RD500 in Yellow with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha RD500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 20,982 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 C427 RFE, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha RD500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C427 RFE registered?

C427 RFE is a 1986 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 25 March 1986.

Is C427 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C427 RFE shows 15 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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