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P251 UGP

1997 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,593 mi
Last recorded45,593 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP251 UGP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 45,593 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 42,137 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 37,787 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 33,720 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 33,706 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 29,205 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 26,171 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 26,125 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 25,602 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 25,548 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 25,415 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 25,256 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 24,827 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 24,514 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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P251 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P251 UGP, 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 P251 UGP registered?

P251 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P251 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P251 UGP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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