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LA54 EKX

2005 Yamaha XP500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,708 mi
Last recorded22,708 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XP50018,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA54 EKX
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 22,708 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 22,353 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 21,096 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2013 21,090 miles

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

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

rear luggage rack insecure

Pass 6 Jul 2012 17,486 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 17,486 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 13,345 miles

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

parking brake is disconected

Pass 26 May 2010 11,038 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 9,185 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 24,020 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 16,865 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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LA54 EKX is a 2005 Yamaha XP500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 18,200 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 LA54 EKX, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA54 EKX registered?

LA54 EKX is a 2005 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 3 February 2005.

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The MOT history for LA54 EKX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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