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E87 LLR

1988 Yamaha XV535

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

15,395 mi
Last recorded15,395 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XV53524,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE87 LLR
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 15,395 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2026 15,386 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 14,948 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 14,779 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 14,702 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 14,581 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 14,580 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested euo head light (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Jun 2016 14,480 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 14,475 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 12,891 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 11,454 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2013 9,302 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 8,625 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 8,114 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 7,855 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 71,959 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 6,658 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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E87 LLR is a 1988 Yamaha XV535 in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 E87 LLR, 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.

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What year was E87 LLR registered?

E87 LLR is a 1988 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E87 LLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E87 LLR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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