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BU02 RWE

2002 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

19,533 mi
Last recorded19,533 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XP50019,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 RWE
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 19,533 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 18,848 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 18,640 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 18,452 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 18,131 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 17,107 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 16,169 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 14,646 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 14,267 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 13,768 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 13,292 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2015 13,076 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 13,076 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 12,416 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 11,987 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 11,537 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2010 10,658 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 10,022 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 8,924 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 8,382 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 5,512 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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BU02 RWE is a 2002 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 19,174 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 BU02 RWE, 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 24 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 BU02 RWE registered?

BU02 RWE is a 2002 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 23 April 2002.

Is BU02 RWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 RWE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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