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L219 ART

1994 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,169 mi
Last recorded23,169 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XV53516,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL219 ART
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 23,169 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 23,047 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 22,369 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2023 22,369 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 21,188 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 19,248 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 16,327 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 14,486 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 13,716 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 13,716 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2017 12,604 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 11,097 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 9,663 miles

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

rear tyre has perish cracks appearing on sidewalls

Pass 23 Jun 2015 9,663 miles

rear tyre has perish cracks appearing on sidewalls

Pass 1 Jul 2014 9,592 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 9,589 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 9,589 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 9,551 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 9,372 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 9,074 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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L219 ART is a 1994 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,886 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 L219 ART, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L219 ART registered?

L219 ART is a 1994 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 4 May 1994.

Is L219 ART safe to buy?

The MOT history for L219 ART shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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