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P271 MEH

1997 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,374 mi
Last recorded25,374 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 MEH
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 25,374 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 24,852 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 24,222 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 23,794 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 22,977 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 22,400 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 21,660 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 20,931 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 20,196 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 20,196 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 19,381 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 18,856 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 18,344 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 17,876 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Sep 2012 17,455 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 16,993 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 15,954 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 14,915 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 13,761 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 12,637 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2007 12,620 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 11,296 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 10,263 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 10,263 miles

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

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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P271 MEH is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P271 MEH, 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 P271 MEH registered?

P271 MEH is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P271 MEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P271 MEH shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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