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G589 SJO

1989 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,660 mi
Last recorded45,660 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XV53528,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG589 SJO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 45,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 37,363 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 28,846 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 28,715 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 28,050 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 27,216 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

rear number plate in poor condition

Fail 25 Apr 2012 27,216 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear number plate in poor condition

Fail 18 Apr 2011 23,599 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 23,599 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 23,390 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 23,390 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 23,179 miles

corrosion evident in rear swingarm

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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G589 SJO is a 1989 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G589 SJO, 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 G589 SJO registered?

G589 SJO is a 1989 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 September 1989.

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