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Y901 BSF

2001 Yamaha XP500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,271 mi
Last recorded18,271 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2024
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY901 BSF
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2024 18,271 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Nearside fork seal slight misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Offside front fork light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 17,945 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2021 17,173 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 15,475 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 14,441 miles

Engine oil above maximum level.

Fail 28 Jun 2019 14,428 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Engine oil level below minimum level.

Pass 21 May 2018 13,473 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 13,449 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 13,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 13,357 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 13,319 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,263 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 12,732 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 11,698 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 11,698 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 10,237 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 9,695 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 9,293 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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Y901 BSF is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y901 BSF, 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 Y901 BSF registered?

Y901 BSF is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y901 BSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y901 BSF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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