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RX55 UPT

2006 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,752 mi
Last recorded56,752 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 Yamaha XP50020,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 UPT
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 56,752 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 48,692 miles

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

front brake soft, needs bleeding

Fail 2 Jan 2016 48,685 miles

Centre Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Centre Front position lamp incorrect colour blue sidelights (1.1.2a)

Centre Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Centre Rear Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Centre Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Centre Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

front brake soft, needs bleeding

Pass 13 Dec 2014 35,130 miles

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

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

park light not standard light but blue

Fail 9 Dec 2014 35,122 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

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

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

park light not standard light but blue

Pass 27 Sep 2013 27,274 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 20,691 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 16,839 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 11,526 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 8,825 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 8,825 miles

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

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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RX55 UPT is a 2006 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 20,400 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 RX55 UPT, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX55 UPT registered?

RX55 UPT is a 2006 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 9 February 2006.

Is RX55 UPT safe to buy?

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