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C86 FUR

1986 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

923 mi
Last recorded923 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1986 Yamaha RD50020,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC86 FUR
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 923 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 923 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 836 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 832 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 817 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Slight Oil leak.

Pass 2 Aug 2017 789 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 2 Aug 2017 789 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 338 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 176 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 18,763 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 18,288 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 18,069 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 18,006 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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C86 FUR is a 1986 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 C86 FUR, 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 C86 FUR registered?

C86 FUR is a 1986 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 April 1986.

Is C86 FUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C86 FUR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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