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K356 SLB

1993 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

26,719 mi
Last recorded26,719 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV53518,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK356 SLB
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 26,719 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 26,699 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 26,613 miles

Front Outer Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 26,522 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 26,468 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 26,358 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 26,103 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 26,103 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 25,804 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 25,804 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 25,366 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 25,366 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 25,045 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 24,756 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 24,585 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 24,196 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 24,196 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 23,969 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 23,697 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 23,417 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 23,053 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 22,707 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 22,707 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2006 22,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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K356 SLB is a 1993 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 K356 SLB, 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.

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What year was K356 SLB registered?

K356 SLB is a 1993 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 14 May 1993.

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