2002 Yamaha XP500 0.5L Petrol · FY02 YMT

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last three years. Following a single failure in August 2022, the motorcycle has cleared three consecutive annual inspections without recorded defects or advisories. The most recent test on 13 August 2025 at 25,415 miles confirms that the vehicle currently meets all mechanical and safety standards, indicating no immediate areas of mechanical concern. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old machine, averaging approximately 1,059 miles per year. The data shows a steady, incremental accumulation of mileage, such as the 602 miles recorded between the August 2024 and 2025 tests. This low-frequency use suggests the vehicle has spent significant periods stationary, which typically reduces mechanical wear on drivetrain components and engine internals. However, it also increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber components, fluid acidity, and seal integrity that an MOT test may not fully capture. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to low-mileage storage-related issues. While the MOT history is clean, it is vital to check for perished fuel lines, cracked fork seals, and perished tyres that show age rather than wear. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting from inactivity. Since the vehicle failed a test in August 2022 at 23,847 miles before passing six days later, verify that the specific cause of that failure was properly rectified and is not a recurring structural issue within the frame or swingarm.