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LF51 DLV

2001 Yamaha XP500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,222 mi
Last recorded38,222 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 DLV
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 38,222 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 37,188 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2015 37,188 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 30,218 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 28,643 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 28,477 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 28,077 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 27,695 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Mar 2010 27,694 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 23,792 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 20,311 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 14,269 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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LF51 DLV is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 19,330 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 LF51 DLV, 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 25 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 LF51 DLV registered?

LF51 DLV is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 2 October 2001.

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