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Y46 RDD

2001 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

36,478 mi
Last recorded36,478 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY46 RDD
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2026 36,478 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 May 2024 35,671 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 35,047 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 34,358 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 30,200 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 29,458 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 27,444 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 19,275 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 14,486 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 13,046 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 11,264 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 10,351 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 7,396 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 5,223 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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Y46 RDD is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 Y46 RDD, 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 Y46 RDD registered?

Y46 RDD is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 5 March 2001.

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