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G395 FWC

1989 Yamaha XV535

Yellow Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,708 mi
Last recorded42,708 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XV53528,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG395 FWC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 42,708 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 42,673 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Head light slightly loose

Fail 16 Jul 2021 42,670 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Brake disc locking tabs not fitted correctly (6.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Head light slightly loose

Pass 3 Jul 2020 42,452 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 42,050 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 41,689 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 41,689 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2013 41,539 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 41,539 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 41,484 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 41,451 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 41,179 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 41,179 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 40,763 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 40,763 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 40,479 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 40,431 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 2 Jan 2007 40,431 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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G395 FWC is a 1989 Yamaha XV535 in Yellow with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G395 FWC, 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 G395 FWC registered?

G395 FWC is a 1989 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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