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RV02 YWJ

2002 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

5,495 mi
Last recorded5,495 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV53510,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 YWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 5,495 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 5,464 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 5,435 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 5,419 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 5,358 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 5,340 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 5,270 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 5,236 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 5,162 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 5,075 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 5,075 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 4,979 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Aug 2014 4,721 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 4,530 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 4,160 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Jul 2011 3,871 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 3,400 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 2,993 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 2,556 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 2,280 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 1,907 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 1,602 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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RV02 YWJ is a 2002 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 10,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RV02 YWJ, 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 24 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 RV02 YWJ registered?

RV02 YWJ is a 2002 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 15 August 2002.

Is RV02 YWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV02 YWJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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