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N581 LMW

1996 Yamaha XV535

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,043 mi
Last recorded20,043 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN581 LMW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 20,043 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 19,865 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 19,553 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 19,331 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 19,274 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 19,265 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2017 17,435 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 17,428 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 17,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 16,645 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 14,743 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 13,086 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 12,892 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 12,636 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2008 12,209 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2007 11,929 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 11,179 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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N581 LMW is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Blue 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 N581 LMW, 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 N581 LMW registered?

N581 LMW is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N581 LMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N581 LMW 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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