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FE12 HKL

2012 Yamaha XP500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,790 mi
Last recorded28,790 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha XP50011,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE12 HKL
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 28,790 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 27,111 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 25,062 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 23,616 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 22,652 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2022 22,652 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 18,750 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 18,610 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 16,463 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 12,966 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 11,249 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 8,786 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 4,662 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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FE12 HKL is a 2012 Yamaha XP500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.8% with a typical mileage of 11,564 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 FE12 HKL, 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 14 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 FE12 HKL registered?

FE12 HKL is a 2012 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FE12 HKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE12 HKL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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