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BU51 JUA

2001 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,702 mi
Last recorded70,702 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 JUA
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2012 70,702 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 67,815 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 63,636 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 58,681 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 51,830 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2008 51,820 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 38,876 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 24,494 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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BU51 JUA is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 19,330 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 BU51 JUA, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU51 JUA registered?

BU51 JUA is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BU51 JUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 JUA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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