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L588 YFK

1993 Yamaha Xv 535

Orange Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

10,249 mi
Last recorded10,249 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Xv 53518,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL588 YFK
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 535
Year1993
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 10,249 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 10,014 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 9,938 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 9,803 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 9,790 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 9,726 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 9,596 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 8,835 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 7,910 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 7,910 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 7,832 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 7,810 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 7,796 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 7,796 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 7,551 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 535?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
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L588 YFK is a 1993 Yamaha Xv 535 in Orange with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha Xv 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 18,765 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xv 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L588 YFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha Xv 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L588 YFK registered?

L588 YFK is a 1993 Yamaha Xv 535, first registered on 27 August 1993.

Is L588 YFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L588 YFK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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