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J4 JOV

1997 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

9,824 mi
Last recorded9,824 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 JOV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 9,824 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 9,692 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 9,602 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 9,536 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 9,485 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 9,434 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2019 9,335 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 9,335 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 9,259 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 9,224 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 9,159 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 9,059 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 8,941 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 8,908 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 8,846 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 8,823 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 8,713 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2009 8,644 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 8,423 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 8,261 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 8,183 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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J4 JOV is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 15,324 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 J4 JOV, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J4 JOV registered?

J4 JOV is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is J4 JOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J4 JOV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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