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N344 KWU

1996 Yamaha XV535

Yellow Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,175 mi
Last recorded8,175 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN344 KWU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 8,175 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 8,123 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 8,076 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 8,044 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 7,998 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 7,957 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 7,921 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 7,858 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 7,741 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 7,691 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 7,638 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 7,581 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 7,526 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 7,260 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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N344 KWU is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Yellow with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N344 KWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N344 KWU?

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What year was N344 KWU registered?

N344 KWU is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 11 April 1996.

Is N344 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N344 KWU shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N344 KWU have outstanding finance?

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