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LJ03 VPV

2003 Yamaha XP500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,358 mi
Last recorded60,358 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 VPV
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 60,358 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 55,344 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 49,290 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 42,238 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 42,238 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 33,370 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2013 33,355 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 27,557 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 26,792 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 20,365 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 19,535 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 16,322 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 13,483 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 11,007 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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LJ03 VPV is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,568 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 LJ03 VPV, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ03 VPV registered?

LJ03 VPV is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ03 VPV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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