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NLZ 1680

1990 Yamaha XV535

Purple Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,017 mi
Last recorded22,017 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XV53525,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLZ 1680
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1990
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 22,017 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 22,001 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 22,001 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 21,931 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 21,915 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 21,842 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 21,842 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 21,759 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 21,756 miles

Offside mirror loose

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 21,756 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside mirror loose

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 21,675 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 21,580 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 21,472 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 21,314 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 21,124 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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NLZ 1680 is a 1990 Yamaha XV535 in Purple with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 25,031 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 NLZ 1680, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NLZ 1680 registered?

NLZ 1680 is a 1990 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is NLZ 1680 safe to buy?

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