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P961 YWU

1997 Yamaha 535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

5,878 mi
Last recorded5,878 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha 53512,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP961 YWU
MakeYamaha
Model535
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 5,878 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 5,849 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 5,820 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 5,812 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 5,812 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2021 5,793 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 5,728 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 5,644 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 5,582 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 5,564 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 5,558 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 5,460 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 5,312 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 5,233 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 5,193 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha 535?

Based on 1,147 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
387
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Headlamp aim too high 6
Direction indicator not working 6
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
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P961 YWU is a 1997 Yamaha 535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 12,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P961 YWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P961 YWU?

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What year was P961 YWU registered?

P961 YWU is a 1997 Yamaha 535, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P961 YWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P961 YWU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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