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K278 VRJ

1992 Yamaha XV535

Grey Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

27,090 mi
Last recorded27,090 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2009
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XV53520,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK278 VRJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2009 27,090 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 27,088 miles

Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Riders seat missing (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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K278 VRJ is a 1992 Yamaha XV535 in Grey with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 20,334 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 K278 VRJ, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K278 VRJ registered?

K278 VRJ is a 1992 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K278 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K278 VRJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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