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RY03 FLK

2003 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,729 mi
Last recorded65,729 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 FLK
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 65,729 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 64,302 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 63,354 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 10 Aug 2023 63,354 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 62,605 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 62,064 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 61,287 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 60,033 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 59,432 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 59,432 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2017 54,743 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 54,743 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 37,677 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 21,940 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 21,940 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 14,939 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 9,733 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 9,623 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 8,214 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 6,618 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 5,763 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2006 3,708 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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RY03 FLK is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RY03 FLK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY03 FLK registered?

RY03 FLK is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is RY03 FLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY03 FLK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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