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G945 WMC

1989 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

49,146 mi
Last recorded49,146 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XV53528,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG945 WMC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 49,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil r/h fork (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Oct 2024 49,123 miles

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))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure held on with tape (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 49,109 miles

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))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Cable adjuster broken and insecure (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Throttle sticks in both locks

Pass 7 Jul 2023 48,560 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Jul 2023 48,548 miles

Brake component modification unsafe Front brake pads not aligned with disc (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Brake hose excessively stretched When handle bars turned right (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 47,664 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 47,664 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 46,204 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 44,611 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 43,794 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 42,943 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 42,916 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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G945 WMC 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 58.3%.

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 G945 WMC, 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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G945 WMC is a 1989 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 27 September 1989.

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