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N43 BYG

1996 Yamaha XV535

Grey Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,199 mi
Last recorded21,199 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN43 BYG
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 21,199 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 20,308 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 19,916 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 19,847 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 19,616 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle slow to return

Pass 10 Mar 2020 19,359 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 18,966 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 18,167 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 18,167 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Clutch lever adjuster faulty

Pass 3 May 2017 18,128 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 18,025 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2014 17,680 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 17,191 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 16,385 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 15,108 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 15,108 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 14,780 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 14,668 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 14,490 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Sep 2007 13,580 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 13,580 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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N43 BYG is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Grey with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N43 BYG, 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 N43 BYG registered?

N43 BYG is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N43 BYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N43 BYG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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