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LB55 YXE

2006 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

39,943 mi
Last recorded39,943 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha XP50020,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 YXE
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 39,943 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 May 2024 39,737 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 39,711 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 38,779 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 38,517 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 38,134 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 36,635 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 35,289 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 33,797 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 31,499 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 29,272 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 26,893 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 24,179 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 22,123 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 20,260 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 15,510 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 15,482 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 8,392 miles

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

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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LB55 YXE is a 2006 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 20,400 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 LB55 YXE, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB55 YXE registered?

LB55 YXE is a 2006 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 2 February 2006.

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The MOT history for LB55 YXE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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