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K278 XEL

1993 Yamaha Xv 535

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,910 mi
Last recorded15,910 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Xv 53518,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK278 XEL
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 535
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2019 15,910 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 14,773 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 13,493 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 13,335 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 12,486 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 11,546 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 10,372 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 9,318 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 5,989 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 5,974 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 535?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
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K278 XEL is a 1993 Yamaha Xv 535 in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha Xv 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 18,765 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xv 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K278 XEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha Xv 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K278 XEL registered?

K278 XEL is a 1993 Yamaha Xv 535, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K278 XEL safe to buy?

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