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G523 VJN

1989 Yamaha XV535

White Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,293 mi
Last recorded38,293 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2019
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XV53528,739 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG523 VJN
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2019 38,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 36,719 miles

non standard rear suspension fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2018 36,719 miles

Brake clevis joint insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

non standard rear suspension fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2017 36,549 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 36,522 miles

indicators not fitted.

rear shock absorbers have been replaced with solid tubing to make hard tail.

Fail 6 May 2016 36,515 miles

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)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

indicators not fitted.

rear shock absorbers have been replaced with solid tubing to make hard tail.

Pass 1 May 2014

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

no speedo fitted at time of test

Fail 1 May 2014

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

no speedo fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Jul 2011 36,495 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 36,491 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 25 Jul 2009 36,473 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 36,473 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 33,488 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 30,142 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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G523 VJN is a 1989 Yamaha XV535 in White with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G523 VJN, 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 G523 VJN registered?

G523 VJN is a 1989 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 25 August 1989.

Is G523 VJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G523 VJN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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