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Y659 EJR

2001 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

32,696 mi
Last recorded32,696 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY659 EJR
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 32,696 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 32,313 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 31,862 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 31,300 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 30,787 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 29,663 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 29,630 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 29,580 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 29,260 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2011 28,256 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 28,256 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 24,516 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 25,925 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 25,522 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 23,782 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 19,568 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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Y659 EJR is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 Y659 EJR, 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 Y659 EJR registered?

Y659 EJR is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 2 July 2001.

Is Y659 EJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y659 EJR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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