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P334 VKH

1997 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,347 mi
Last recorded14,347 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP334 VKH
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 14,347 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2026 14,347 miles

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 May 2025 14,340 miles

REAR TYRE CRACKED

Pass 14 May 2024 14,311 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 May 2023 14,123 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 13,824 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 13,241 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2017 12,477 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 11,520 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 11,407 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 11,188 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 11,029 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 11,029 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2009 9,542 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 7,889 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 7,136 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 6,541 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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P334 VKH is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Red 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 P334 VKH, 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 P334 VKH registered?

P334 VKH is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 15 March 1997.

Is P334 VKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P334 VKH 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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