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HF03 ETY

2003 Yamaha XP500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,170 mi
Last recorded20,170 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XP50018,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 ETY
MakeYamaha
ModelXP500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 20,170 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 19,074 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 19,051 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

brake banjos corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2018 19,040 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened rear suspension unit (5.3.3 (b) (i))

brake banjo heavily corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2016 18,964 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 18,868 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 18,368 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 17,880 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 17,114 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 May 2010 15,992 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Centre Rear Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 13,967 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,556 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 10,590 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 7,757 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 7,753 miles

Nearside Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

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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HF03 ETY is a 2003 Yamaha XP500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XP500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,568 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 HF03 ETY, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XP500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF03 ETY registered?

HF03 ETY is a 2003 Yamaha XP500, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is HF03 ETY safe to buy?

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