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K553 BTX

1993 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,497 mi
Last recorded24,497 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV53518,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK553 BTX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 24,497 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 24,497 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 24,356 miles

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 24,053 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Apr 2019 24,053 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 23,849 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 23,800 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 23,620 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 23,466 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 23,402 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 23,402 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2013 23,265 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 23,265 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

n/s bolt missing on crashbars

Pass 18 Jul 2012 23,250 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 18 Jul 2012 23,250 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 23,225 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 23,007 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 22,003 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 21,924 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 21,335 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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K553 BTX 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 K553 BTX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K553 BTX?

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What year was K553 BTX registered?

K553 BTX is a 1993 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 14 June 1993.

Is K553 BTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K553 BTX shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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