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V531 KCV

2000 Yamaha Yz

Blue Petrol 426cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Yamaha Yz21 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV531 KCV
MakeYamaha
ModelYz
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine426cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2020

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2018

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

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 Jul 2017

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Sep 2015

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2014

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yz?

Based on 2,183 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
163
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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V531 KCV is a 2000 Yamaha Yz in Blue with a 426cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Yz models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 21 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 Yz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V531 KCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yz typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha Yz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V531 KCV registered?

V531 KCV is a 2000 Yamaha Yz, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V531 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V531 KCV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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