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D311 MEA

1987 Yamaha XV535

Maroon Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

22,248 mi
Last recorded22,248 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XV53519,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD311 MEA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 22,248 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 22,248 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 21,272 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

fuel tank corroded

side stand mount loose

Pass 17 Apr 2013 21,205 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 21,171 miles

Tyre black on front and rear tyres

Pass 14 Apr 2011 21,166 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear tyre sidewall is slightly perished.

Speedo drive not located correctly but is secure.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Apr 2011 21,166 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear tyre sidewall is slightly perished.

Speedo drive not located correctly but is secure.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 21,068 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 21,020 miles

Nearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2009 21,020 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2007 20,924 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2007 20,920 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2006 20,844 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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D311 MEA is a 1987 Yamaha XV535 in Maroon with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 19,651 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 D311 MEA, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D311 MEA registered?

D311 MEA is a 1987 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 31 December 1987.

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