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N212 JLP

1996 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

19,676 mi
Last recorded19,676 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN212 JLP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 19,676 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 19,529 miles

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

slight cracking on rear tyre sidewalls.

Pass 18 Aug 2023 19,169 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 18,937 miles

Rear tyre has slight cracking on sidewall.

Pass 10 Aug 2021 18,773 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 18,433 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 18,118 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 17,650 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 17,299 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 17,299 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2015 17,269 miles

rear tyre showing signs of age deteriation

Pass 5 Dec 2013 17,231 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 17,231 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 17,115 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 17,014 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 17,012 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Oct 2010 16,807 miles

handlebars slightly misaligned not affecting steering or headlight aim

Pass 27 Oct 2009 16,456 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 16,107 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 15,577 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 15,577 miles

Offside Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 15,092 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 15,092 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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N212 JLP is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 N212 JLP, 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 N212 JLP registered?

N212 JLP is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 25 June 1996.

Is N212 JLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N212 JLP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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