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J108 TPF

1992 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

29,702 mi
Last recorded29,702 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XV53520,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ108 TPF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 29,702 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose cyl 2 (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 16 Sep 2025 29,702 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose cyl 2 (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2025 29,693 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 29,686 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 29,686 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2023 29,579 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2023 29,579 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 29,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Jun 2020 29,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 29,283 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 29,279 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Fail 26 Sep 2017 29,271 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged rear mudguard is broken and loose (6.1.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle does not close and sticks (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy exhaust noisier than a standard exhaust (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 27,977 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 26,278 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 26,224 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 26,188 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 25,892 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 May 2012 25,863 miles

CLUTCH LEVER END BROKEN OFF. STILL OK TO OPERATE CLUTCH PROPERLY

Pass 7 May 2011 25,806 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 25,788 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 25,428 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 25,380 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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J108 TPF is a 1992 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 20,334 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 J108 TPF, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J108 TPF is a 1992 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 6 July 1992.

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