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YJ51 XUE

2001 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,822 mi
Last recorded19,822 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XP50019,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ51 XUE
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 19,822 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 10 May 2019 19,822 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel spindle loose wheel spindle pinch bolt loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 19,483 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 19,483 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2017 18,918 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 18,918 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2015 17,954 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2014 17,539 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 8,514 miles

Centre Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 17,059 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 15,985 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 15,182 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 14,428 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 11,521 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 11,207 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 7,333 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 2,701 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 2,326 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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YJ51 XUE is a 2001 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 YJ51 XUE, 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 YJ51 XUE registered?

YJ51 XUE is a 2001 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 3 November 2001.

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