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E41 BGJ

1990 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,003 mi
Last recorded31,003 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE41 BGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 31,003 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 30,868 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 30,807 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 30,738 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 30,563 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 30,563 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 29,793 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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E41 BGJ is a 1990 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E41 BGJ, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha RD500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E41 BGJ registered?

E41 BGJ is a 1990 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 22 March 1990.

Is E41 BGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E41 BGJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E41 BGJ have outstanding finance?

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