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J261 EFU

1992 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

16,459 mi
Last recorded16,459 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2022
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XV53520,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ261 EFU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2022 16,459 miles
Pass 28 May 2021
Pass 20 Jun 2016 16,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2016 16,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 15,063 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 14,987 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2014 14,987 miles

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 28 Sep 2013 13,257 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 13,257 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 12,089 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 16 Jul 2007 12,038 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 12,038 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 10,847 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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J261 EFU is a 1992 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J261 EFU, 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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What year was J261 EFU registered?

J261 EFU is a 1992 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 13 June 1992.

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