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Y688 XRN

2001 Yamaha XP500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

24,614 mi
Last recorded24,614 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY688 XRN
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 24,614 miles

rear wheel distorted on outer edge

Pass 30 Jul 2024 24,155 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2023 23,094 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 21,410 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 20,968 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 20,245 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 19,888 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 19,586 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 18,655 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 17,275 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 17,013 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 14,980 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 12,381 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 8,473 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 7,910 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 7,910 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 May 2008 7,468 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 6,865 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 6,212 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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Y688 XRN is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y688 XRN, 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 Y688 XRN registered?

Y688 XRN is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 18 April 2001.

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