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HY08 BXD

2008 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,704 mi
Last recorded41,704 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 BXD
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2024 41,704 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 41,396 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 40,527 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2021 40,527 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 37,088 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 37,088 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 30,285 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 25,535 miles

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

Offside 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 20 Mar 2017 22,070 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 21,388 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 15,680 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 12,741 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 12,414 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 12,285 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 14,868 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 5,740 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 BXD is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BXD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY08 BXD registered?

HY08 BXD is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HY08 BXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 BXD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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