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D534 NRL

1987 Yamaha RD500

Red Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,579 mi
Last recorded7,579 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD50025,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD534 NRL
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2026 7,579 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 5,206 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 3,153 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 25 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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D534 NRL is a 1987 Yamaha RD500 in Red with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 D534 NRL, 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 D534 NRL registered?

D534 NRL is a 1987 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D534 NRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D534 NRL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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