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VU52 RNJ

2002 Yamaha XP500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

6,486 mi
Last recorded6,486 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XP50019,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 RNJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2018 6,486 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 9 Nov 2017 6,175 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 5,833 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))

Rear tyre valve perished

Pass 13 Nov 2015 5,510 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 4,972 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

slight binding on rear brake

Pass 26 Nov 2013 3,839 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 22 Nov 2013 3,839 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 3,820 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 3,765 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 3,456 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 3,286 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 2,701 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 1,964 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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VU52 RNJ is a 2002 Yamaha XP500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VU52 RNJ, 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.

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What year was VU52 RNJ registered?

VU52 RNJ is a 2002 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is VU52 RNJ safe to buy?

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