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P268 FPL

1997 Yamaha XV535

Maroon Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,029 mi
Last recorded14,029 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP268 FPL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 14,029 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 14,014 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 14,001 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 13,806 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 13,743 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 13,623 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 13,536 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 13,488 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 13,346 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 13,016 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 12,072 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front tyre, sidewall cracked, cords not exposed.

Pass 8 Feb 2007 10,793 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2006 9,219 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 9,210 miles

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

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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P268 FPL is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Maroon with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P268 FPL, 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 P268 FPL registered?

P268 FPL is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 18 March 1997.

Is P268 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P268 FPL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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