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AU05 BHY

2005 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

34,094 mi
Last recorded34,094 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XP50018,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 BHY
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 34,094 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 31,809 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 30,730 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2017 30,080 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 30,024 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 29,486 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 28,092 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 27,870 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 27,406 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 26,944 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 25,906 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 22,956 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 18,200 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 18,200 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XP500?

Based on 14,392 MOT tests across 1,633 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,235
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,633
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 255
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 208
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 134
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 115
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 40
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AU05 BHY is a 2005 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 18,200 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XP500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 255 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU05 BHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XP500 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU05 BHY registered?

AU05 BHY is a 2005 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is AU05 BHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 BHY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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