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B291 FPU

1985 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,686 mi
Last recorded22,686 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB291 FPU
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2022 22,686 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 13,864 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 13,859 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?

Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
164
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 58
reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Horn not working 46
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 37
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 31
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B291 FPU is a 1985 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B291 FPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B291 FPU registered?

B291 FPU is a 1985 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B291 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B291 FPU shows 3 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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