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MT08 PFF

2008 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,214 mi
Last recorded40,214 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 PFF
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 40,214 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 39,231 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 37,910 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 36,240 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 33,412 miles

Rear tyre worn unevenly

Fail 8 Jul 2016 33,393 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Rear tyre worn unevenly

Pass 17 Jun 2015 26,064 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 23,922 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 23,866 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 21,815 miles

Slight corrosion on nearside front brake disc

Pass 24 May 2012 18,590 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 18,590 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2011 15,422 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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MT08 PFF is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MT08 PFF, 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.

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What year was MT08 PFF registered?

MT08 PFF is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is MT08 PFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 PFF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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