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K535 SLB

1993 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,315 mi
Last recorded41,315 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV53518,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK535 SLB
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 41,315 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy borderline excessive (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 41,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 41,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 41,025 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 40,434 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 38,018 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

top suspension cover loose

Fail 15 Jun 2019 38,018 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

top suspension cover loose

Pass 30 May 2018 37,258 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 36,856 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 36,592 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

front tyre perishing

Pass 24 Aug 2015 36,592 miles

front tyre perishing

Pass 27 Sep 2014 36,365 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 36,267 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 36,131 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 35,602 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 35,601 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 30,502 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 29,175 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 29,175 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 27,020 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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K535 SLB is a 1993 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,574 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 K535 SLB, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K535 SLB registered?

K535 SLB is a 1993 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 22 April 1993.

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