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SN03 XSC

2003 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

33,575 mi
Last recorded33,575 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 XSC
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 33,575 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Sidecar structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 30,106 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2022 29,955 miles

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 26,833 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 26,831 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 26,554 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 26,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

exhaust has been repaired

front tyre cracking

Pass 14 Jan 2017 25,169 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 24,009 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 22,135 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 20,193 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 18,005 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 15,863 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 13,348 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 11,467 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 9,462 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 7,362 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 5,286 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 2,838 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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SN03 XSC is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SN03 XSC, 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 SN03 XSC registered?

SN03 XSC is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 21 August 2003.

Is SN03 XSC safe to buy?

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