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N535 EVT

1996 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,450 mi
Last recorded5,450 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN535 EVT
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 5,450 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 5,238 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 5,238 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2007 5,228 miles

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

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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N535 EVT is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N535 EVT, 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

How do I check the history of N535 EVT?

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What year was N535 EVT registered?

N535 EVT is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N535 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N535 EVT shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N535 EVT have outstanding finance?

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