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Y524 HWY

2001 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,944 mi
Last recorded38,944 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY524 HWY
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2022 38,944 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 38,260 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 36,181 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 34,243 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 32,029 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 29,266 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2015 26,635 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 24,020 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 22,533 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 21,467 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2011 20,193 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wet test ( Rainy day)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 19,248 miles

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

Fuel cap seal starting to crack

Oil light stays on ( oil level ok)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 17,434 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front tyre un even wear rear tyre the same

Pass 20 Jun 2008 15,508 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 12,603 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 9,342 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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Y524 HWY is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y524 HWY, 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 Y524 HWY registered?

Y524 HWY is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 2 April 2001.

Is Y524 HWY safe to buy?

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