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MV05 JYW

2005 Yamaha XP500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,991 mi
Last recorded57,991 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XP50018,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 JYW
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 57,991 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 56,080 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 54,246 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 52,551 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 52,455 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 50,292 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 47,778 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 44,201 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 37,918 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 30,305 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 22,240 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2010 22,240 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 14,881 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 9,624 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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MV05 JYW is a 2005 Yamaha XP500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MV05 JYW, 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 MV05 JYW registered?

MV05 JYW is a 2005 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MV05 JYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 JYW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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