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N518 DYD

1996 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,012 mi
Last recorded7,012 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN518 DYD
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2026 7,012 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 6,834 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 6,698 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 6,198 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 5,681 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 5,309 miles

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

front tyre cracking between tread

Pass 15 Apr 2016 4,942 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 4,644 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 4,348 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 4,092 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 3,848 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 3,549 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 3,400 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 3,140 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 2,884 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 2,620 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 2,360 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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N518 DYD is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N518 DYD, 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 N518 DYD registered?

N518 DYD is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N518 DYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N518 DYD shows 17 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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