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H278 YYR

1991 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,517 mi
Last recorded24,517 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2024
Typical for 1991 Yamaha XV53521,858 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH278 YYR
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2024 24,517 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 24,496 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))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Oct 2022 24,481 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))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2021 24,278 miles

Rear rear swingarm has some corrosion but not to excess

Fail 18 Oct 2021 24,275 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear rear swingarm has some corrosion but not to excess

Pass 18 May 2020 24,240 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 24,205 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 24,088 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 23,609 miles

Front Tyre slight cracking on sidewalls

Fail 18 Oct 2013 23,396 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 23,396 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 22,993 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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H278 YYR is a 1991 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 21,858 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 H278 YYR, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H278 YYR registered?

H278 YYR is a 1991 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 4 June 1991.

Is H278 YYR safe to buy?

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