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K500 YAM

1993 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,359 mi
Last recorded29,359 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK500 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 29,359 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 29,324 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 29,251 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 29,053 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 29,053 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 28,971 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 28,606 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 28,606 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 28,565 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 28,402 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 28,056 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 27,791 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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K500 YAM is a 1993 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K500 YAM, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha RD500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of K500 YAM?

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What year was K500 YAM registered?

K500 YAM is a 1993 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is K500 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K500 YAM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K500 YAM have outstanding finance?

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