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LA02 OFE

2002 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

51,331 mi
Last recorded51,331 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XP50019,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 OFE
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2018 51,331 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 44,947 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 36,838 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 36,838 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 29,727 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 25,157 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 19,943 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 19,943 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 29 May 2012 15,592 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 11,939 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 11,939 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 8,153 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 3,780 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 985 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 906 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 835 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 658 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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LA02 OFE is a 2002 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 19,174 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 LA02 OFE, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA02 OFE registered?

LA02 OFE is a 2002 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 23 July 2002.

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