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P536 UGH

1997 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

16,655 mi
Last recorded16,655 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP536 UGH
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 16,655 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front mudguard missing

Fail 15 Sep 2025 16,649 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose all spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front mudguard missing

Pass 27 Sep 2024 15,781 miles

Nearside oil leak

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 14,635 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 14,270 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 14,097 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 13,941 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 13,673 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 13,651 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 11,980 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 11,772 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 10,914 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 10,493 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 10,383 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2008 9,962 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 9,008 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv?

Based on 3,425 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
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P536 UGH is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,868 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xv fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P536 UGH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P536 UGH registered?

P536 UGH is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 10 May 1997.

Is P536 UGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P536 UGH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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