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N53 LGO

1996 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,302 mi
Last recorded29,302 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN53 LGO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 May 2025 29,302 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 29,006 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Number plate cracked

Rear indicator wire rubbing tyre

Pass 20 Apr 2023 28,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 28,582 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre perished

Pass 27 Apr 2021 28,444 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 22 Feb 2019 28,426 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 28,295 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 28,014 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 27,693 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 27,395 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 26,798 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 26,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate in very poor condition

Pass 10 Feb 2012 25,220 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 12 Apr 2010 24,284 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 23,302 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 23,268 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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N53 LGO is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 N53 LGO, 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 N53 LGO registered?

N53 LGO is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 28 February 1996.

Is N53 LGO safe to buy?

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