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LB08 HVP

2008 Yamaha XP500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,264 mi
Last recorded45,264 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 HVP
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 45,264 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 45,210 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 45,131 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 44,797 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 44,638 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 43,742 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 42,339 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 41,639 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 39,117 miles

offside position lamp slightly dim

Pass 9 Apr 2016 32,471 miles

Nearside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Offside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 23,649 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 14,714 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 5,834 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 4,839 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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LB08 HVP is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LB08 HVP, 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 LB08 HVP registered?

LB08 HVP is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 15 July 2008.

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