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L218 UWP

1993 Yamaha 535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,377 mi
Last recorded20,377 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 1993 Yamaha 53524,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL218 UWP
MakeYamaha
Model535
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 20,377 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 20,868 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 20,298 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre soon needs replacement. (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2016 20,089 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 18,117 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 17,517 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 17,471 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 17,471 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 May 2011 16,654 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

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

Pass 31 May 2006 16,487 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha 535?

Based on 1,147 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
387
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Headlamp aim too high 6
Direction indicator not working 6
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
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L218 UWP is a 1993 Yamaha 535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 24,103 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L218 UWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L218 UWP registered?

L218 UWP is a 1993 Yamaha 535, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L218 UWP safe to buy?

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