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N697 UCY

1996 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

25,597 mi
Last recorded25,597 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN697 UCY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 25,597 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 25,474 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 25,457 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 25,362 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 24,974 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 23,689 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 20,215 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 20,040 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 19,779 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 16,497 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 14,198 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 13,915 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 13,915 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Aug 2014 13,762 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2013 11,995 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 11,470 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 10,991 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 10,701 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 10,428 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 10,066 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 8,767 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 7,593 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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N697 UCY is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N697 UCY, 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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What year was N697 UCY registered?

N697 UCY is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 27 May 1996.

Is N697 UCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N697 UCY shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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