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L987 UMW

1993 Yamaha XV535

Multi-colour Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV53518,574 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL987 UMW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1993
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2017

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

speedo not fitted

Pass 8 May 2014 19,870 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 19,869 miles

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 7 May 2013 19,400 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

slight bind on front brake

Pass 28 Apr 2012 15,532 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 15,532 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 14,268 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 12,648 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 9,547 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 9,545 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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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L987 UMW is a 1993 Yamaha XV535 in Multi-colour with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 L987 UMW, 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 L987 UMW registered?

L987 UMW is a 1993 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 18 August 1993.

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