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N166 KHU

1996 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

39,637 mi
Last recorded39,637 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN166 KHU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 39,637 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 May 2026 39,637 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 39,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 39,446 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort also pulsing through lever (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 38,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Feb 2023 38,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 37,251 miles

Front mudguard missing

Fail 12 Jan 2022 37,251 miles

Front mudguard missing

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 33,628 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2018 24,392 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 20,140 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2017 20,140 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 12,799 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 12,195 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 12,195 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 11,198 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 11,179 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 11,102 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 11,102 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 10,006 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 10,006 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 8,470 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 8,467 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 8,101 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2005 6,464 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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N166 KHU is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 14,903 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 N166 KHU, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N166 KHU is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 2 January 1996.

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