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N212 BNV

1996 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,749 mi
Last recorded18,749 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN212 BNV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 18,749 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 18,387 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 18,056 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 17,822 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 17,640 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 12,734 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 12,734 miles

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

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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N212 BNV is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N212 BNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N212 BNV registered?

N212 BNV is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N212 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N212 BNV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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