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T281 OBV

1999 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,402 mi
Last recorded17,402 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2015
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV53513,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT281 OBV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2015 17,402 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 15,125 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 15,110 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

clutch very stiff and slipping

Pass 26 Mar 2012 12,664 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 12,638 miles

Nearside Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 12,549 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 12,549 miles

Nearside Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 15 May 2007 12,530 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2006 12,108 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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T281 OBV is a 1999 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 13,422 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 T281 OBV, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T281 OBV registered?

T281 OBV is a 1999 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 22 March 1999.

Is T281 OBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T281 OBV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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