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WA03 HPU

2003 Yamaha XP500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,933 mi
Last recorded19,933 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 HPU
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 19,933 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 19,180 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 18,144 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 17,896 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,120 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 17,120 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 14,341 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 9,762 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 9,625 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 7,987 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 7,951 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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WA03 HPU is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 WA03 HPU, 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 WA03 HPU registered?

WA03 HPU is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is WA03 HPU safe to buy?

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