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GP08 UUF

2008 Yamaha XP500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

46,917 mi
Last recorded46,917 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 UUF
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2017 46,917 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 38,294 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 30,409 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 26,377 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2014 26,377 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 21,192 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 21,192 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 16,154 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 11,722 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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GP08 UUF is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GP08 UUF, 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.

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What year was GP08 UUF registered?

GP08 UUF is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is GP08 UUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 UUF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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