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HW53 FNJ

2003 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

19,845 mi
Last recorded19,845 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 FNJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 19,845 miles
Pass 2 May 2022 18,143 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 18,634 miles

front tyre perished

Fail 26 Oct 2016 18,588 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2015 17,516 miles

front tyre sidewall starting to crack

Pass 30 Oct 2014 17,499 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 17,228 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 17,228 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 16,876 miles

front tyre valve slightly perished

front tyre wall slightly perished

roller brake test indicates a slightly binding rear brake

Pass 21 Oct 2011 16,540 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 21 Oct 2011 16,540 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 14,342 miles

slight perrishing on front tyre side-wall and valve stem

Pass 9 Oct 2009 14,084 miles

headlight pattern weak

slight bind to front brake

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 30 Oct 2008 12,266 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 11,685 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 4,038 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 3,561 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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HW53 FNJ is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HW53 FNJ, 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 HW53 FNJ registered?

HW53 FNJ is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is HW53 FNJ safe to buy?

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