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W254 VAW

2000 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,227 mi
Last recorded22,227 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV53512,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW254 VAW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 22,227 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 20,143 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 19,919 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 19,760 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 19,515 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 19,318 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 19,165 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 19,014 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 18,435 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2013 18,435 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 28 Apr 2012 18,144 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

f/b slightly dragging

Pass 28 Apr 2012 18,144 miles

f/b slightly dragging

Pass 26 Apr 2011 17,512 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 17,236 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 16,222 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 15,150 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 14,135 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 13,453 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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W254 VAW is a 2000 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 12,562 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 W254 VAW, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W254 VAW registered?

W254 VAW is a 2000 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 27 April 2000.

Is W254 VAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W254 VAW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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