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Y918 AFP

2001 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

40,987 mi
Last recorded40,987 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV53512,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY918 AFP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 40,987 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2026 40,987 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced rear mudguard fixing with plastic ties (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2025 39,628 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2025 39,626 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering rear swinging arm excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2024 38,278 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 37,445 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 35,554 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 34,386 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 33,060 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 31,575 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear suspension fork swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 29,668 miles

Front Steering movement slightly notched

Fail 18 Aug 2018 29,668 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Steering movement slightly notched

Pass 24 Jul 2017 27,761 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 25,828 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 23,535 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 21,374 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 19,190 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 17,188 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 17,188 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 14,722 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 12,114 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 8,771 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 4,321 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 4,369 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 4,369 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 4,254 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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Y918 AFP is a 2001 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 Y918 AFP, 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 Y918 AFP registered?

Y918 AFP is a 2001 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 4 July 2001.

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