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SY51 BDU

2001 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,154 mi
Last recorded12,154 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV53512,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY51 BDU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 12,154 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 12,154 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 12,154 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 12,153 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 12,153 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 12,153 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 12,149 miles

speedo does not appear to be working

Pass 14 Dec 2017 12,149 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 8 Dec 2016 12,145 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 12,145 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 12,145 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 12,141 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 12,133 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 12,123 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 11,948 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 11,948 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Dec 2010 9,586 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 9,545 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 8,478 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 8,454 miles

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 7,394 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 5,612 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 5,502 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 3,457 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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SY51 BDU is a 2001 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 12,487 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 SY51 BDU, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY51 BDU registered?

SY51 BDU is a 2001 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is SY51 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY51 BDU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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