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C452 LRP

1985 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

32,203 mi
Last recorded32,203 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC452 LRP
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2020 32,203 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 32,203 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 32,092 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 32,088 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2015 31,221 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 31,221 miles

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 31,016 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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C452 LRP is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 C452 LRP, 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 C452 LRP registered?

C452 LRP is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 11 October 1985.

Is C452 LRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C452 LRP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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