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C549 WAJ

1986 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,756 mi
Last recorded23,756 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1986 Yamaha RD50020,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC549 WAJ
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 23,756 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2015 23,670 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 May 2014 23,557 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2013 23,443 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2012 22,044 miles

Centre Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 21,354 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 21,354 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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C549 WAJ is a 1986 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha RD500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 20,982 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 C549 WAJ, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha RD500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C549 WAJ registered?

C549 WAJ is a 1986 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 8 January 1986.

Is C549 WAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C549 WAJ 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.

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