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B170 FNO

2011 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,793 mi
Last recorded29,793 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB170 FNO
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2025 29,793 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 29,540 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 28,659 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 45,751 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 45,449 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 45,365 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 44,997 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 44,493 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 44,490 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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B170 FNO is a 2011 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B170 FNO, 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 15 years old, this Yamaha RD500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B170 FNO registered?

B170 FNO is a 2011 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 12 May 2011.

Is B170 FNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B170 FNO shows 9 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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