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Y241 BWN

2001 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

28,896 mi
Last recorded28,896 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY241 BWN
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 28,896 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 28,818 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 25,176 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 24,492 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 11,543 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 11,486 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 May 2006 9,576 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 9,576 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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Y241 BWN is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y241 BWN, 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 Y241 BWN registered?

Y241 BWN is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y241 BWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y241 BWN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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