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HY08 BWH

2008 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,683 mi
Last recorded39,683 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 BWH
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 39,683 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 37,496 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 34,988 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 32,099 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 29,405 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 26,950 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 26,950 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 25,505 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 25,505 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 21,980 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 18,934 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 15,908 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 12,747 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 10,188 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 7,807 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 4,407 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 4,061 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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HY08 BWH is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HY08 BWH, 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 HY08 BWH registered?

HY08 BWH is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is HY08 BWH safe to buy?

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