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AY53 FMO

2003 Yamaha XP500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,773 mi
Last recorded28,773 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 FMO
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 28,773 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 22,381 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 17,837 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 16,773 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 16,773 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 14,887 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 12,017 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 12,017 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 9,047 miles

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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AY53 FMO is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,568 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY53 FMO, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY53 FMO registered?

AY53 FMO is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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The MOT history for AY53 FMO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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