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N517 BGM

1996 Yamaha Xv 535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,401 mi
Last recorded19,401 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv 53513,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN517 BGM
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2025 19,401 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 19,357 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 19,356 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 19,350 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 19,350 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre very close to limit 1mm in places,and worn unevenly (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 19,349 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 19,349 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 19,060 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 18,525 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 18,525 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 535?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
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N517 BGM is a 1996 Yamaha Xv 535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Xv 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 13,047 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xv 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N517 BGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Xv 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N517 BGM registered?

N517 BGM is a 1996 Yamaha Xv 535, first registered on 12 July 1996.

Is N517 BGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N517 BGM shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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