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Y734 UOB

2001 Yamaha XP500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

28,718 mi
Last recorded28,718 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY734 UOB
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 28,718 miles

CLEAN INSPECY ALL BRAKES FROM DELAMINATEING PAD OFF STEEL BACKING ECT NEXT SERVICE COPPER GREASE AND LUBE ALL PISTONS RUBBER HOSES BOLT CHECK ADVISORY ONLY

Pass 1 Jun 2020 28,523 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2020 28,523 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 28,206 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 27,681 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2017 27,681 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Sep 2016 27,265 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 27,265 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 26,559 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 26,229 miles
Fail 19 May 2013 25,650 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 May 2013 25,650 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 25,552 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 25,515 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 25,244 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 24,549 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 24,502 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 23,301 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 21,382 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 21,336 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Apr 2007 20,269 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 18,120 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 18,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2005 16,062 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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Y734 UOB is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y734 UOB, 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 Y734 UOB registered?

Y734 UOB is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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