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E891 WUM

1988 Yamaha XV535

Silver Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,957 mi
Last recorded13,957 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XV53524,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE891 WUM
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 13,957 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 13,830 miles

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

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 13,816 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 13,805 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 13,736 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 13,367 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 12,968 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 12,519 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 11,048 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 9,648 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Mar 2010 9,111 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 9,111 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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E891 WUM is a 1988 Yamaha XV535 in Silver with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 E891 WUM, 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 E891 WUM registered?

E891 WUM is a 1988 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 19 July 1988.

Is E891 WUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E891 WUM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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