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N368 ARX

1996 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,895 mi
Last recorded56,895 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN368 ARX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 56,895 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 54,905 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 52,573 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 52,592 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 52,305 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 51,740 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 51,320 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 51,320 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 47,073 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2010 47,073 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 40,832 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 26 Mar 2009 40,782 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 6 Mar 2009 40,671 miles

Inner Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Outer Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 34,875 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 24,310 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 21,636 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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N368 ARX is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 14,903 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 N368 ARX, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N368 ARX registered?

N368 ARX is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 9 July 1996.

Is N368 ARX safe to buy?

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