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GK02 RYU

2002 Yamaha XP500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,852 mi
Last recorded32,852 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XP50019,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 RYU
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 32,852 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 30,658 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 30,611 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 30,389 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 29,558 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 28,085 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 26,680 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 25,204 miles

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

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

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

slight stiffness in rear wheel

Pass 29 Jun 2010 25,204 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 25,058 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 24,931 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 24,306 miles

Centre Rear Gradient brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.D1c)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 24,306 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 23,269 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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GK02 RYU is a 2002 Yamaha XP500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GK02 RYU, 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.

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What year was GK02 RYU registered?

GK02 RYU is a 2002 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 15 April 2002.

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