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M188 VBR

2001 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,261 mi
Last recorded26,261 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV53512,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM188 VBR
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 26,261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 30 Apr 2014 26,261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 26,210 miles

gear lever insecure

Pass 8 Jul 2009 28,820 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 25,820 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 25,214 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 24,878 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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M188 VBR is a 2001 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 12,487 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 M188 VBR, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M188 VBR registered?

M188 VBR is a 2001 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is M188 VBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M188 VBR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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