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P530 FDV

1997 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

36,453 mi
Last recorded36,453 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP530 FDV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 36,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 34,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 33,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 24 Mar 2023 33,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 33,218 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 33,218 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 32,755 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 31,866 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 31,774 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 31,774 miles

Horn not working horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 31,436 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 31,040 miles

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

Rear Rear tyre has cracking to side wall

Fail 12 May 2016 31,040 miles

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

Rear Rear tyre has cracking to side wall

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 May 2015 28,984 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 28,943 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2013 28,943 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 May 2012 25,997 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 25,930 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 25,514 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 24,923 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 22,329 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 22,311 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 May 2007 19,660 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 17,888 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2005 15,794 miles
Fail 21 May 2005 15,794 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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P530 FDV is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 P530 FDV, 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 P530 FDV registered?

P530 FDV is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P530 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P530 FDV shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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