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GN03 EFA

2003 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,491 mi
Last recorded16,491 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV5359,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 EFA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 16,491 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 16,467 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2022 11,378 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 8,820 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 8,815 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 8,798 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 8,798 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel dripping on silencer assembly (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2017 8,784 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 8,771 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 8,750 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 8,704 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 May 2014 8,704 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 8,580 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Fail 15 May 2012 8,549 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2012 8,549 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 7,879 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 7,879 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 7,168 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 6,049 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2008 4,482 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 3,228 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 3,008 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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GN03 EFA is a 2003 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 9,101 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 GN03 EFA, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN03 EFA registered?

GN03 EFA is a 2003 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is GN03 EFA safe to buy?

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