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D970 NYB

1986 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

31,752 mi
Last recorded31,752 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2024
Typical for 1986 Yamaha RD50020,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD970 NYB
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2024 31,752 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 31,751 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 31,751 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 31,697 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 31,694 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 31,694 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 31,637 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 6 May 2016 31,513 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 31,511 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 31,511 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 31,305 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 31,300 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 30,938 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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D970 NYB is a 1986 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 D970 NYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D970 NYB registered?

D970 NYB is a 1986 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 30 December 1986.

Is D970 NYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D970 NYB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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