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Y493 NLU

2001 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,376 mi
Last recorded30,376 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV53512,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY493 NLU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 30,376 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 30,283 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 30,221 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 3,984 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 3,721 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 3,632 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 3,008 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 2,987 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 1,346 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 15,107 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 13,220 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 11,309 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 10,864 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 10,232 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 10,232 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2011 9,635 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 9,191 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 8,271 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2008 7,970 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 7,332 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 6,677 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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Y493 NLU is a 2001 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 Y493 NLU, 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 Y493 NLU registered?

Y493 NLU is a 2001 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 31 July 2001.

Is Y493 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y493 NLU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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