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H697 XAM

1990 Yamaha XV535

Beige Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

12,954 mi
Last recorded12,954 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XV53525,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH697 XAM
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1990
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 12,954 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

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

Fail 25 Jul 2023 12,876 miles

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

Rear Footrest missing both (6.2.12 (a))

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

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock on both locks (2.1.4 (b))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Front mudguard missing

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2022 11,011 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 9,794 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 9,561 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 9,493 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 9,450 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 9,258 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 9,226 miles

front brake slightly binding

Pass 16 May 2015 9,188 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2014 9,086 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 8,990 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 8,623 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 8,563 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 8,553 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 8,295 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 7,957 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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H697 XAM is a 1990 Yamaha XV535 in Beige with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H697 XAM, 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.

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What year was H697 XAM registered?

H697 XAM is a 1990 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 18 August 1990.

Is H697 XAM safe to buy?

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