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L549 YFK

1993 Yamaha XT350

Black Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,557 mi
Last recorded28,557 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XT35017,661 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL549 YFK
MakeYamaha
ModelXT350
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 28,557 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 28,557 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake cylinder insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 28,191 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 28,034 miles

Corrosion to frame

Pass 23 Jun 2014 27,986 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 27,410 miles

main beam switch bent but still operational

slight play in clutch lever pivot

slight play in front brake lever pivot

various oil leaks on enginge (slight)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 26,988 miles

Brake master cylinder has a slightly worn master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 26,288 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 25,580 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 25,570 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 25,533 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 25,042 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 24,101 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 22,947 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 22,947 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT350?

Based on 6,014 MOT tests across 799 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
251
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
799
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 75
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 68
Horn not working 47
Direction indicators not working 42
Headlamp aim too high 42
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L549 YFK is a 1993 Yamaha XT350 in Black with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha XT350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 17,661 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 XT350 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L549 YFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT350 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha XT350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L549 YFK registered?

L549 YFK is a 1993 Yamaha XT350, first registered on 10 November 1993.

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