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N517 YRP

1996 Yamaha XV535

Yellow Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

17,377 mi
Last recorded17,377 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN517 YRP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 17,377 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 17,252 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp rear light and indicators (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 17,242 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 16,917 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 16,661 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 16,526 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2019 16,401 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 16,321 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2017 16,245 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 16,136 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,061 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 15,956 miles

Lower Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 15,956 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 15,701 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 15,701 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 15,553 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 15,038 miles

Rear tyre walls have surface cracks

Fail 6 Apr 2011 15,038 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear tyre walls have surface cracks

Pass 22 Apr 2010 14,378 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

rear tyre perished on side wall

Pass 17 Mar 2009 13,316 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 11,057 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 7,983 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 4,779 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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N517 YRP is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Yellow with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 N517 YRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N517 YRP registered?

N517 YRP is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N517 YRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N517 YRP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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