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LJ57 ELO

2007 Yamaha XP500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,405 mi
Last recorded19,405 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Yamaha XP50019,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 ELO
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 19,405 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 19,352 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 18,924 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 18,318 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 17,093 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 16,696 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 16,634 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 16,634 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 13,521 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 13,520 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 13,235 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 13,035 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 12,938 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 12,938 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 12,800 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 12,614 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2011 11,729 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 11,729 miles

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

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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LJ57 ELO is a 2007 Yamaha XP500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 19,167 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 LJ57 ELO, 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 19 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ57 ELO registered?

LJ57 ELO is a 2007 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 15 November 2007.

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