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LX53 HJG

2003 Yamaha XP500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,385 mi
Last recorded33,385 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 HJG
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 33,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 32,569 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front mudguard damaged

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 32,569 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front mudguard damaged

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 29,208 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Head bearings slightly notchy

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 28,800 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 28,789 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour Front left (1.5.1b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 28,306 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre worn uneven

Pass 21 Oct 2014 24,815 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 22,523 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 19,812 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 18,367 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 16,910 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 15,122 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 12,982 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 11,470 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 9,216 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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LX53 HJG is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LX53 HJG, 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.

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LX53 HJG is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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