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LS08 FYA

2008 Yamaha XP500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,916 mi
Last recorded35,916 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 FYA
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 35,916 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 34,568 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 33,354 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 31,018 miles

front side panels missing

Pass 23 Jun 2018 24,105 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 17,092 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 13,492 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2011 11,950 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 11,916 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

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

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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LS08 FYA is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 15,824 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 LS08 FYA, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LS08 FYA?

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What year was LS08 FYA registered?

LS08 FYA is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is LS08 FYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 FYA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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