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K5 TLJ

1997 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

11,368 mi
Last recorded11,368 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK5 TLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 11,368 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 10,347 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 9,679 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 9,284 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 9,281 miles

Front Brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2021 8,632 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 7,830 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 7,652 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 7,445 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 7,437 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 7,284 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 7,097 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 7,018 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 6,809 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 6,539 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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K5 TLJ is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 15,324 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K5 TLJ, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K5 TLJ registered?

K5 TLJ is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is K5 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K5 TLJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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