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P16 XVS

1997 Yamaha XV535

Yellow Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

15,131 mi
Last recorded15,131 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP16 XVS
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 15,131 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 15,108 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 14,999 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 14,999 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 14,984 miles

Gearshift lever loose on splines

Neutral light not operating

Rear brake light distortion

Fail 29 Jun 2010 14,984 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Gear shift lever loose on splines

Neutral gear lever light intermittent

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 14,050 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 14,050 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 12,070 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Jul 2007 12,063 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 4,096 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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P16 XVS is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Yellow with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 15,324 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 P16 XVS, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P16 XVS registered?

P16 XVS is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P16 XVS safe to buy?

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