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LA08 CXX

2008 Yamaha XP500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,604 mi
Last recorded22,604 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 CXX
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 22,604 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 22,164 miles

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 21,339 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 19,963 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 19,288 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 18,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 18,350 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 13,630 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 15,627 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2014 13,493 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 10,620 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 6,954 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 3,597 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 4,891 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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LA08 CXX is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LA08 CXX, 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 LA08 CXX registered?

LA08 CXX is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is LA08 CXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 CXX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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