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LD08 VEX

2008 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,369 mi
Last recorded26,369 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 VEX
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 26,369 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 26,152 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 26,085 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 25,606 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 20,578 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 13,074 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 9,613 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 8,981 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. stanctions slight pitted (2.3.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 8,473 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 8,202 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 7,625 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 7,134 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 4,875 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 5,125 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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LD08 VEX is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Blue 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 LD08 VEX, 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 LD08 VEX registered?

LD08 VEX is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is LD08 VEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 VEX shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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