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BF52 WGM

2002 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

23,144 mi
Last recorded23,144 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV53510,961 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 WGM
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2024 23,144 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake cable damaged Cable bent and frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Headstock loose (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Footrest slightly loose Subframe holding foot rests is slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer fowling swing arm

Front tyre is flat

Pass 2 Jun 2023 23,070 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 22,788 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Fail 19 Nov 2021 22,779 miles

Offside Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 21,901 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 20,145 miles

Central Front front mudguard has sharp edge

Fail 5 Oct 2019 20,130 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front front mudguard has sharp edge

Pass 3 Oct 2018 19,542 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 18,555 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 18,486 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 18,467 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 18,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 18,400 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 18,201 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 18,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 17,750 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 17,265 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 17,030 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 16,647 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 14,652 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV535?

Based on 57,304 MOT tests across 5,559 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
352
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
5,559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 785
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 408
reflector on motorcycle missing 344
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 324
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 324
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BF52 WGM is a 2002 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 10,961 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 XV535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 785 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF52 WGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BF52 WGM is a 2002 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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