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D175 NGK

1986 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

23,081 mi
Last recorded23,081 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 1986 Yamaha RD50020,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD175 NGK
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Oct 2015 23,081 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort front brake (3.3.A1d)

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. rear shock damping (2.4.A.3b)

Centre Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort rear brake (3.3.A1c)

Nearside Front Upper Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. clutch lever hits fairing on full lock (6.2.1g)

Centre Front Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned front forks not in line with frame (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling front wheel is out alignment by 30mm to nearside (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust mounting missing Both rear expansion chamber mountings not mounted (7.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' steering head bearings (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2015 23,056 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 22,067 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 1 Mar 2014 22,067 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 21,836 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 20,991 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 20,071 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 3 Jul 2010 20,071 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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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D175 NGK is a 1986 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 D175 NGK, 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 D175 NGK registered?

D175 NGK is a 1986 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 5 August 1986.

Is D175 NGK safe to buy?

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