2008 Yamaha XP500 0.5L Petrol · HY08 BWH

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, maintaining a consistently stable maintenance record over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted in December 2025 at 39,683 miles passed with no defects or advisories, continuing a long streak of clean test results. This trend suggests that the motorcycle has been well-maintained and that critical mechanical components are currently operating within acceptable parameters without failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eighteen-year-old machine, averaging approximately 2,200 miles per annum. Between October 2021 and December 2025, the vehicle covered only 10,278 miles, indicating a pattern of light use or significant periods of storage. While this low mileage reduces the mechanical wear and tear on the drivetrain, engine, and brake components, the long intervals between tests and low usage can mask age-related degradation of fluids, rubber, and oxidation levels which do not always manifest through mileage alone. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must physically inspect components that are sensitive to long-term sitting rather than mileage. Priority should be given to checking for rubber degradation in brake lines, fork seals, and suspension bushes, which can perish and crack regardless of distance traveled. The buyer should also examine the frame for surface corrosion and the exhaust system for rust, as low usage does not prevent moisture retention over time. Verifying the age of the tyres is equally vital, as the compound may have hardened despite sufficient tread or low number of miles traversed.