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N853 OYU

1996 Yamaha XT350

Black Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,791 mi
Last recorded35,791 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XT35013,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN853 OYU
MakeYamaha
ModelXT350
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 35,791 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 34,459 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 34,457 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 32,587 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 32,391 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 32,275 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 May 2016 32,185 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 30 May 2015 31,970 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 31,746 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 31,559 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 31,372 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 31,372 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 31,254 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2010 30,798 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 Jun 2010 30,798 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2009 28,709 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 28,338 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 28,338 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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N853 OYU is a 1996 Yamaha XT350 in Black with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XT350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 13,742 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 N853 OYU, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XT350 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N853 OYU registered?

N853 OYU is a 1996 Yamaha XT350, first registered on 21 February 1996.

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