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L486 XDF

1993 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

33,260 mi
Last recorded33,260 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV53518,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL486 XDF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 33,260 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 33,093 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 32,811 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 32,513 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 32,458 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 32,458 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle does not reflect squarely to the rear (1.4.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle does not reflect squarely to the rear (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 32,234 miles

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified No front fender fitted (6.1.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 32,010 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 31,994 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 31,352 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2013 31,352 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2012 30,319 miles

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

rear mudguard sone corrosion

Pass 16 May 2011 29,156 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 27,252 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 25,516 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 27 May 2009 25,516 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2008 25,064 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 24,670 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 22,724 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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L486 XDF is a 1993 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 L486 XDF, 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 L486 XDF registered?

L486 XDF is a 1993 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 20 August 1993.

Is L486 XDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L486 XDF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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