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LE57 FMA

2008 Yamaha XP500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,000 mi
Last recorded32,000 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE57 FMA
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 32,000 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 30,758 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 29,826 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 27,218 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 21,411 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 19,703 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 15,954 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 11,531 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 32,189 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 32,188 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 9,142 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 7,658 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 6,395 miles

Hazard light switch disabled

o/s and n/s front body panels not fully secure

o/s/rear trim(by exhaust box)insecure

Fail 4 Jan 2012 6,384 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Hazard light switch disabled

o/s and n/s front body panels not fully secure

o/s/rear trim(by exhaust box)insecure

Pass 6 Jan 2011 4,975 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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LE57 FMA is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Grey 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 LE57 FMA, 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 LE57 FMA registered?

LE57 FMA is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is LE57 FMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE57 FMA 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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