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N507 RDL

1996 Yamaha XVZ1300

Black Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,833 mi
Last recorded51,833 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XVZ130024,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN507 RDL
MakeYamaha
ModelXVZ1300
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 51,833 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2026 51,833 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 50,110 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Apr 2025 50,110 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 47,781 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 44,913 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 39,417 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021 34,303 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 28,982 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 28,857 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVZ1300?

Based on 4,038 MOT tests across 370 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
745
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
370
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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N507 RDL is a 1996 Yamaha XVZ1300 in Black with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XVZ1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 24,920 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 XVZ1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N507 RDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVZ1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha XVZ1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N507 RDL registered?

N507 RDL is a 1996 Yamaha XVZ1300, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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