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Y738 CCY

2001 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,887 mi
Last recorded75,887 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY738 CCY
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 75,887 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2025 75,887 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 75,516 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 74,705 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 73,767 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 72,441 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Frame Corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (Crack in Headlamp Lens) (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Dec 2021 72,423 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (Throttle Sticking Not Returning) (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc fractured (Cracks in Disc) (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Frame Corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (Crack in Headlamp Lens) (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 71,337 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 70,832 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 70,317 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 69,082 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 66,682 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 63,725 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 60,449 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 57,292 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 52,164 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 47,706 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 42,813 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 40,914 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 35,740 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 29,261 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 22,417 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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Y738 CCY is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y738 CCY, 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 Y738 CCY registered?

Y738 CCY is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 17 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y738 CCY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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