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LD08 VEY

2008 Yamaha XP500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

30,651 mi
Last recorded30,651 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 VEY
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 30,651 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 28,544 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 28,106 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 27,399 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 26,300 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 25,224 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 22,911 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 22,908 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

hazard lights not working

pass light not working

Pass 12 Apr 2018 20,827 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 18,883 miles

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

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

Rear tyre misshaped due to low pressure.

Pass 20 Apr 2016 16,441 miles

nail in front tyre

Fail 20 Apr 2016 16,439 miles

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

nail in front tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2015 14,151 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 10,968 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 7,605 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 VEY is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LD08 VEY, 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.

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What year was LD08 VEY registered?

LD08 VEY is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is LD08 VEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 VEY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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