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N653 VPE

1996 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN653 VPE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 29,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

front mudguard missing

Fail 3 Aug 2023 29,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

front mudguard missing

Pass 3 Aug 2022 29,150 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Mudguard missing

Fail 6 Jul 2022 29,149 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Too small (0.1 (d))

Registration plate inscription illegible Obscured (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly Not returning (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Mudguard missing

Pass 29 Apr 2021 28,826 miles

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 28,761 miles

Central Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2018 28,761 miles

Central Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Central Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Central Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 28,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 24,830 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2014 24,830 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 21,774 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 18,789 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 18,714 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Lower Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 May 2011 15,353 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 15,098 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 15,077 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 14,847 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 14,452 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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N653 VPE is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 N653 VPE, 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.

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N653 VPE is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 May 1996.

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