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LJ53 RLV

2003 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,467 mi
Last recorded15,467 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 RLV
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 15,467 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 14,071 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 14,071 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 13,839 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 13,585 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 13,240 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 12,736 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 11,557 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 10,720 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 8,463 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 6,488 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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LJ53 RLV is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 LJ53 RLV, 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 LJ53 RLV registered?

LJ53 RLV is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is LJ53 RLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 RLV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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