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WL08 VEP

2008 Yamaha XP500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,759 mi
Last recorded22,759 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XP50015,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL08 VEP
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 22,759 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 19,937 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 17,187 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 16,673 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 14,929 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 11,639 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 11,639 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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WL08 VEP is a 2008 Yamaha XP500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 15,824 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 WL08 VEP, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WL08 VEP registered?

WL08 VEP is a 2008 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 23 July 2008.

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The MOT history for WL08 VEP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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