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L289 SEU

1993 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,247 mi
Last recorded22,247 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV53518,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL289 SEU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 22,247 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 22,227 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 22,168 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 22,143 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 22,009 miles

rear swing arm corroded badly

Pass 10 May 2016 21,961 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 21,724 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 7 May 2015 21,718 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 30 Apr 2014 20,472 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2013 18,242 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 8 May 2012 15,732 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 14,594 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 14,582 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 14,129 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 13,221 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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L289 SEU is a 1993 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 L289 SEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L289 SEU registered?

L289 SEU is a 1993 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 3 August 1993.

Is L289 SEU safe to buy?

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