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WV02 NNY

2002 Yamaha XP500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

40,308 mi
Last recorded40,308 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XP50019,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV02 NNY
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 40,308 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 39,858 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 39,142 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 38,260 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 37,134 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 27,691 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 27,691 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 24,971 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 24,344 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 24,343 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 24,184 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 23,781 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 22,859 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 21,582 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 20,716 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 20,276 miles

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 10 Oct 2011 20,261 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 18,761 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 18,409 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 17,110 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 16,300 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 14,614 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 14,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(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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WV02 NNY is a 2002 Yamaha XP500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 WV02 NNY, 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

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What year was WV02 NNY registered?

WV02 NNY is a 2002 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 18 April 2002.

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The MOT history for WV02 NNY shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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