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T987 OCL

1999 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

3,889 mi
Last recorded3,889 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV53513,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT987 OCL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 3,889 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 3,730 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 3,606 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 3,606 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 3,584 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 3,525 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 3,463 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 3,458 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 3,450 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 3,371 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 May 2016 3,158 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 3,137 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 3,108 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 3,068 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 3,013 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 2,893 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 2,641 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 2,556 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 2,416 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 2,320 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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T987 OCL is a 1999 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 T987 OCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T987 OCL registered?

T987 OCL is a 1999 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is T987 OCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T987 OCL shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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