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LF51 LRX

2001 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

25,712 mi
Last recorded25,712 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 LRX
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 25,712 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 24,009 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 24,009 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 22,667 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 22,667 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2013 22,503 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 21,353 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 21,353 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 18,391 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2011 18,391 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 13,580 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 13,580 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 9,688 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 9,688 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))

Pass 20 Aug 2008 4,955 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 3,057 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 2,618 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 LRX is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LRX, 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

How do I check the history of LF51 LRX?

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What year was LF51 LRX registered?

LF51 LRX is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 24 December 2001.

Is LF51 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 LRX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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