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X518 NPU

2000 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

19,288 mi
Last recorded19,288 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV53512,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX518 NPU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 19,288 miles

Front tyre over 15 years old.

Rear tyre over 15 years old.

Fail 6 Jun 2026 19,262 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front tyre over 15 years old.

Rear tyre over 15 years old.

Pass 13 Aug 2025 19,004 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Gear lever pivot slightly worn

Fail 22 May 2025 19,001 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected cables pulling on off side lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front brake hose too long

handle bar switch wiring too long

Pass 7 May 2024 18,937 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 18,928 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 18,928 miles

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 18,915 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 18,883 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 1 Jul 2016 18,848 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 18,818 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 18,744 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 18,232 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 17,914 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 17,914 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 16,596 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 13,827 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 10,173 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 9,613 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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X518 NPU is a 2000 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 X518 NPU, 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 X518 NPU registered?

X518 NPU is a 2000 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 18 September 2000.

Is X518 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X518 NPU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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