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P255 CFH

1997 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

24,175 mi
Last recorded24,175 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP255 CFH
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 24,175 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 23,783 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 22,491 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 22,442 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 22,260 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 22,247 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 22,163 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 21,885 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 21,731 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 21,467 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 21,208 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 20,843 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 20,359 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 20,359 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 17,166 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 17,166 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2006 13,184 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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P255 CFH is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P255 CFH, 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 P255 CFH registered?

P255 CFH is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P255 CFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P255 CFH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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