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P174 VTC

1997 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,444 mi
Last recorded41,444 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP174 VTC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 41,444 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 41,444 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 38,758 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 35,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 30,183 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 27,561 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Collector box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 25,911 miles

Clutch - no freeplay at the lever; likely to cause rapid clutch wear.

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 24,319 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 21,779 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 17,935 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 17,598 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 17,397 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,196 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 16,919 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 16,205 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 15,520 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 15,520 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2005 14,807 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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P174 VTC is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 P174 VTC, 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 P174 VTC registered?

P174 VTC is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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