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EK53 RXG

2003 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,287 mi
Last recorded68,287 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 RXG
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2014 68,287 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 30,276 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 23,198 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 5,948 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Fail 14 Oct 2011 23,198 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 17,360 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 16,886 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 15,064 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 12,480 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 7,918 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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EK53 RXG is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EK53 RXG, 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 EK53 RXG registered?

EK53 RXG is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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