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P388 PLH

1997 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,204 mi
Last recorded20,204 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP388 PLH
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 20,204 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 20,185 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front pads getting thin (1.1.13 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 20,125 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Apr 2024 20,125 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 19,719 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 19,160 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 18,670 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 18,355 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 17,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 17,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 17,687 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 16,943 miles

Offside Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 15,600 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 15,532 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 15,457 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 15,457 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 14,879 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 13,569 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 13,028 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 9,612 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 9,610 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2006 5,519 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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P388 PLH is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P388 PLH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P388 PLH registered?

P388 PLH is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 7 July 1997.

Is P388 PLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P388 PLH shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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