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VU02 YHX

2002 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,820 mi
Last recorded1,820 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XP50019,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 YHX
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2025 1,820 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 1,820 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 1,818 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 1,816 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 1,816 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 1,812 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 1,812 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 1,812 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 1,812 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 1,811 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 1,811 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 1,782 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 1,757 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 1,732 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 1,704 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 1,645 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 1,554 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 1,490 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 1,302 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 1,220 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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VU02 YHX is a 2002 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 19,174 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 VU02 YHX, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU02 YHX?

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What year was VU02 YHX registered?

VU02 YHX is a 2002 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 9 April 2002.

Is VU02 YHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU02 YHX shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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