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P460 WGC

1997 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

14,764 mi
Last recorded14,764 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP460 WGC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 14,764 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 14,438 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2017 14,425 miles

Central Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on not working (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 14,167 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 23 May 2016 14,146 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.1 (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2015 13,377 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 May 2015 13,355 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose stretched by steering movement (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 8 May 2014 12,939 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 12,091 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2013 12,091 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 11,938 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P460 WGC is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P460 WGC, 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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P460 WGC is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 23 July 1997.

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