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WU03 ECX

2003 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

16,072 mi
Last recorded16,072 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 ECX
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2019 16,072 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 14,698 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 12,997 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 11,092 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 9,357 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 7,414 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 7,378 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 6,226 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 6,226 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 6,062 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 4,414 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 3,946 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 3,388 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 2,487 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 2,165 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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WU03 ECX is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 WU03 ECX, 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 WU03 ECX registered?

WU03 ECX is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is WU03 ECX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU03 ECX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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