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C176 FMH

1986 Yamaha RD500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

939 mi
Last recorded939 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1986 Yamaha RD50020,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC176 FMH
MakeYamaha
ModelRD500
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 939 miles

Daylight MOT only

Pass 26 Aug 2017 44 miles

daylight mot

Pass 8 Oct 2016 30 miles

daylight hours mot only.

Pass 3 Oct 2015 172 miles

daylight mot

Pass 23 Jun 2014
Fail 17 Nov 2012 3 miles

For daylight use only

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 3 miles

For daylight use only

Pass 16 Aug 2010 28,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 May 2009 28,160 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 27,198 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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C176 FMH is a 1986 Yamaha RD500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 C176 FMH, 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 C176 FMH registered?

C176 FMH is a 1986 Yamaha RD500, first registered on 19 May 1986.

Is C176 FMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C176 FMH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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