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NL52 YRE

2003 Yamaha XP500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

45,364 mi
Last recorded45,364 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL52 YRE
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 45,364 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 45,364 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2016 39,315 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 20 May 2016 39,315 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 38,952 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 38,952 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 38,901 miles

headlight non standard and bright !!!

Fail 12 Mar 2014 38,901 miles

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

headlight non standard and bright !!!

Pass 13 Nov 2012 37,911 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 33,700 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 27,189 miles

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 2 Apr 2009 19,051 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 9,426 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 7,479 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 1,801 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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NL52 YRE is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 NL52 YRE, 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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What year was NL52 YRE registered?

NL52 YRE is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is NL52 YRE safe to buy?

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