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N164 VHP

1996 Yamaha XV535

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

29,329 mi
Last recorded29,329 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN164 VHP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 29,329 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 29,329 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 29,329 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 29,253 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 28,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 Feb 2022 28,947 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 25,835 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 23,740 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 22,918 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 22,686 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 22,667 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 22,571 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 22,343 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 22,053 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 21,807 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 21,418 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 21,139 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 20,709 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 20,017 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 19,851 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 19,675 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 19,675 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 19,347 miles

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

Front brake is holding on slightly.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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N164 VHP is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 14,903 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 N164 VHP, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N164 VHP registered?

N164 VHP is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 18 January 1996.

Is N164 VHP safe to buy?

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