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H246 GNO

1990 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

58,851 mi
Last recorded58,851 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XV53525,031 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH246 GNO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 58,851 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 57,103 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 56,391 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 55,148 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 May 2020 55,148 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 53,142 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 51,085 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 50,546 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Dec 2014 50,546 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Jan 2014 46,972 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 46,972 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2013 45,430 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2011 44,453 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 42,935 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 42,928 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 41,873 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Jun 2007 41,873 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 38,871 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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H246 GNO is a 1990 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 25,031 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 H246 GNO, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H246 GNO registered?

H246 GNO is a 1990 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 14 August 1990.

Is H246 GNO safe to buy?

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