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F591 AFV

1989 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,504 mi
Last recorded41,504 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XV53528,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF591 AFV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 41,504 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 41,308 miles

Rear tyre showing signs of perishing/cracking on sidewall

Fail 27 Jun 2025 41,296 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding cable seized (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 41,208 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 41,208 miles

Front Wheel spindle locking device ineffective bolt loose (5.2.1 (d))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside gear lever insecure

Rear wheel spacers fitted incorrectly

Pass 9 Sep 2019 41,175 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 41,091 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 40,836 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 39,978 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 38,267 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 Jun 2010 38,264 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 36,997 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 34,239 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 31,181 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

screw missing out of rear light lense, still secure at time of test

Pass 23 Feb 2006 30,794 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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F591 AFV is a 1989 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 F591 AFV, 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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What year was F591 AFV registered?

F591 AFV is a 1989 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 20 April 1989.

Is F591 AFV safe to buy?

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