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LJ55 JFZ

2005 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,902 mi
Last recorded12,902 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XP50018,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 JFZ
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 12,902 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 11,751 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 10,735 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 10,729 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 10,726 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 10,700 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 10,693 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 10,681 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 9,533 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 6,947 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 5,919 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 5,821 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 5,065 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 4,494 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 3,555 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 3,555 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nail in rear tyre

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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LJ55 JFZ is a 2005 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 18,200 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 LJ55 JFZ, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ55 JFZ registered?

LJ55 JFZ is a 2005 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 10 November 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ55 JFZ 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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