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C788 CRU

1985 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,732 mi
Last recorded25,732 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD50020,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC788 CRU
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2025 25,732 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 25,724 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 25,724 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 25,545 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 25,345 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 25,159 miles

full fairing fitted engine compartment not checked

Pass 2 Oct 2015 24,611 miles

Front Lower engine covers fitted to lower section of frame

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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C788 CRU is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 C788 CRU, 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 C788 CRU registered?

C788 CRU is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C788 CRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C788 CRU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C788 CRU have outstanding finance?

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