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LJ53 WFU

2003 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,426 mi
Last recorded24,426 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 WFU
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 24,426 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 24,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 22,534 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 21,017 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 21,065 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 19,792 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 18,583 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 17,030 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 13,239 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 9,747 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 WFU is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ53 WFU registered?

LJ53 WFU is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is LJ53 WFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 WFU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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