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GY09 MGE

2009 Yamaha XP500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,551 mi
Last recorded30,551 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha XP50014,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 MGE
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 30,551 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 28,359 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 27,234 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 26,458 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 24,552 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 24,537 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 23,314 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2018 19,373 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,665 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 16,392 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 15,330 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 13,453 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 13,380 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 7,345 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 1,195 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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GY09 MGE is a 2009 Yamaha XP500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 14,391 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 GY09 MGE, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY09 MGE registered?

GY09 MGE is a 2009 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 7 May 2009.

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The MOT history for GY09 MGE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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