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HX51 KJU

2001 Yamaha XP500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,220 mi
Last recorded43,220 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2009
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 KJU
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2009 43,220 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 43,184 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 38,729 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2007 38,729 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2006 32,213 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 32,213 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 25,585 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 25,585 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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HX51 KJU is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 19,330 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 HX51 KJU, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX51 KJU registered?

HX51 KJU is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 14 September 2001.

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