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Y631 PTU

2001 Yamaha XP500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,085 mi
Last recorded33,085 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY631 PTU
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 33,085 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 32,728 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 32,534 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 31,488 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2016 31,488 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front stop light switch (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 29,954 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 29,954 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2014 24,758 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 23,132 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 20,622 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 18,079 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 15,388 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 12,665 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 12,513 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 11,561 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 10,664 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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Y631 PTU is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y631 PTU, 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 Y631 PTU registered?

Y631 PTU is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is Y631 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y631 PTU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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