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L248 HRE

1993 Yamaha XV535

Multi-colour Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

32,611 mi
Last recorded32,611 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV53518,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL248 HRE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1993
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 32,611 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 28 Apr 2023 31,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 30,967 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 30,820 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 30,152 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 29,500 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 26,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 27,483 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 3 May 2016 27,436 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 27 Jul 2010 27,224 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 27,224 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 27,112 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 27,112 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 26,761 miles

Centre Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 25,524 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 12 Jul 2006 24,561 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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L248 HRE is a 1993 Yamaha XV535 in Multi-colour with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,574 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 L248 HRE, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L248 HRE registered?

L248 HRE is a 1993 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L248 HRE safe to buy?

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