MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,141 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Yamaha RD500?
Based on 2,174 MOT tests across 418 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C840 YWY is a 1985 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 C840 YWY, 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 C840 YWY registered?
C840 YWY is a 1985 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 August 1985.
Is C840 YWY safe to buy?
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