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A509 YCY

1987 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

25,316 mi
Last recorded25,316 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD50025,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA509 YCY
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 25,316 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 25,316 miles

Rear Brake cylinder leaking RESEVOIR PIPE SPLIT (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 25,314 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Chain guard missing ()

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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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A509 YCY is a 1987 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha RD500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 25,316 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 A509 YCY, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha RD500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A509 YCY registered?

A509 YCY is a 1987 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is A509 YCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A509 YCY shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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