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Y378 GWC

2001 Yamaha XV535

Gold Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

13,161 mi
Last recorded13,161 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV53512,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY378 GWC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 13,161 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 13,141 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 13,098 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2022 13,098 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect tape added to lens on test to correct image (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 12,858 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 12,858 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right beam tape fitted to correct (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 12,701 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 11,910 miles

lens tape fitted,

Pass 14 Mar 2017 11,696 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 11,696 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 11,511 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 11,462 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 10,585 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 10,210 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 8 Mar 2013 10,204 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2012 9,595 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 9,540 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 9,044 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 9,033 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 9,033 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 8,920 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 6,803 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 5,644 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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Y378 GWC is a 2001 Yamaha XV535 in Gold with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 12,487 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 Y378 GWC, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y378 GWC registered?

Y378 GWC is a 2001 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 23 April 2001.

Is Y378 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y378 GWC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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