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LF51 LSV

2001 Yamaha XP500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

36,492 mi
Last recorded36,492 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 LSV
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 36,492 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 7,063 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 5,719 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 5,719 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 5,719 miles

Central Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 5,719 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 5,719 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 5,719 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 5,719 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 5,719 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 5,719 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 5,719 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 4,756 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 2,812 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 1,699 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 1,109 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 LSV is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LSV, 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 LSV registered?

LF51 LSV is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is LF51 LSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 LSV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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