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EX58 VFH

2008 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

46,766 mi
Last recorded46,766 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 VFH
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 46,766 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 46,766 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 44,408 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 44,408 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Brake light switch (Rear brake) disconnected. (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 41,534 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 39,897 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2020 39,888 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 34,494 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 27,585 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Feb 2015 19,847 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 14,027 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 13,534 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 13,264 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,488 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 8,728 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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EX58 VFH is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 15,824 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 EX58 VFH, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX58 VFH registered?

EX58 VFH is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is EX58 VFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 VFH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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