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F234 RLP

1989 Yamaha XV535

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,960 mi
Last recorded20,960 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XV53528,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF234 RLP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 20,960 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 20,960 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released loose connection (1.3.1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 20,305 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Indicators flashing slightly more than standard fitment

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 20,293 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Indicators flashing slightly more than standard fitment

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 18,429 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 14,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 28 May 2014 14,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 53,427 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 53,337 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 53,337 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 51,908 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 51,892 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 51,043 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 49,528 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2008 49,528 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Upper Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 46,992 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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F234 RLP is a 1989 Yamaha XV535 in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 28,739 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 F234 RLP, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F234 RLP is a 1989 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 30 March 1989.

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