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E155 CTA

1988 Yamaha XV535

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,039 mi
Last recorded35,039 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XV53524,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE155 CTA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2019 35,039 miles

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 34,974 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 34,870 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 34,807 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 34,807 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 34,807 miles

Centre Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Centre Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,362 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 34,094 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

gear linkage insecure on gear box

slight drag on front brake

Pass 18 Jun 2010 34,094 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

gear linkage insecure on gear box

slight drag on front brake

Pass 3 Jul 2009 33,330 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 32,961 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 32,802 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 32,781 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 31,245 miles

front tyre perishing on sidewalls

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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E155 CTA is a 1988 Yamaha XV535 in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 24,791 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 E155 CTA, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E155 CTA registered?

E155 CTA is a 1988 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 7 June 1988.

Is E155 CTA safe to buy?

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