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Y127 AAB

2001 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,352 mi
Last recorded12,352 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY127 AAB
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 12,352 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2026 12,338 miles

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement causing bind on rear brake (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 12,244 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 11,926 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 10,629 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 8,549 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 8,541 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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Y127 AAB is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 19,330 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 Y127 AAB, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y127 AAB registered?

Y127 AAB is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 13 March 2001.

Is Y127 AAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y127 AAB 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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