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LJ55 RFK

2005 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,843 mi
Last recorded23,843 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XP50018,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 RFK
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 23,843 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 39,529 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 38,400 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 38,400 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 35,330 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 29,208 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 23,937 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 23,937 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 May 2011 19,567 miles

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

The front brake system will require an overhaul in the near future

Pass 21 May 2010 19,515 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 19,419 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 20 May 2009 19,419 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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 RFK is a 2005 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 LJ55 RFK, 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 RFK registered?

LJ55 RFK is a 2005 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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