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LF51 LJK

2001 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,454 mi
Last recorded35,454 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 LJK
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 35,454 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

centre stand split/damaged

Pass 1 Nov 2018 26,160 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 24,346 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 24,344 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 24,344 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 24,158 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 23,602 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 23,602 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 21,814 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 19,933 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 19,817 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 19,698 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 19,691 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 19,507 miles

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

note headlight aim is on lower limit

Pass 3 May 2006 18,700 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 LJK is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LJK, 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.

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What year was LF51 LJK registered?

LF51 LJK is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 14 November 2001.

Is LF51 LJK safe to buy?

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