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M249 XWY

1995 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

13,307 mi
Last recorded13,307 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XV53515,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM249 XWY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 13,307 miles

Front brake lever condition

Pass 4 Apr 2025 12,811 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 11,957 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2024 11,957 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 11,447 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 11,026 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 10,840 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 10,840 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2019 10,685 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

rear swinging arm corroded

Fail 1 May 2019 10,669 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

rear swinging arm corroded

Pass 16 May 2018 10,596 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 10,437 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 10,132 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 9,676 miles

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 9,445 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 9,338 miles

Nail in front tyre

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

Pass 2 Apr 2010 9,319 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 9,259 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 9,197 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 9,074 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 8,795 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 8,214 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 8,097 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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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M249 XWY is a 1995 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 15,634 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 M249 XWY, 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 31 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 M249 XWY registered?

M249 XWY is a 1995 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 12 April 1995.

Is M249 XWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M249 XWY shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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