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LF03 LYW

2003 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,097 mi
Last recorded6,097 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV5359,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 LYW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 6,097 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 5,964 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 5,826 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 5,764 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 5,633 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 5,110 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 5,101 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 4,976 miles

Front front brake disc has slight run out

Pass 19 Aug 2017 4,531 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 4,222 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 4,221 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 4,075 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 4,001 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 3,830 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 3,830 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 7 May 2011 3,584 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 3,523 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 3,516 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 3,516 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 3,444 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 3,444 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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LF03 LYW is a 2003 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LF03 LYW, 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 LF03 LYW registered?

LF03 LYW is a 2003 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 9 May 2003.

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The MOT history for LF03 LYW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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