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AYZ 500

1987 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,508 mi
Last recorded41,508 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD50025,316 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYZ 500
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2025 41,508 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 41,463 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 41,394 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 41,028 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 40,167 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 39,252 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 38,911 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 38,429 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 37,272 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 34,902 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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AYZ 500 is a 1987 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 AYZ 500, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AYZ 500 registered?

AYZ 500 is a 1987 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 July 1987.

Is AYZ 500 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYZ 500 shows 10 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 AYZ 500 have outstanding finance?

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