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L275 YTL

1994 Yamaha XV535

Yellow Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

41,840 mi
Last recorded41,840 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XV53516,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL275 YTL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 41,840 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 38,916 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 38,753 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 13 May 2015 38,753 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 37,905 miles

front brake hose not secured in retaining clip but not fouling and parts or being stretched or kinked

front tyre eneven wear

Pass 23 Apr 2013 35,722 miles

steering alignment slightly out

Fail 17 Apr 2013 35,621 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2012 34,100 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 33,496 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 33,496 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 32,047 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 31,004 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 31,004 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 21 Jul 2007 30,077 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 30,077 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 28,292 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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L275 YTL is a 1994 Yamaha XV535 in Yellow with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 L275 YTL, 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.

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What year was L275 YTL registered?

L275 YTL is a 1994 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 23 May 1994.

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