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N21 TAW

1996 Yamaha XV535

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

18,864 mi
Last recorded18,864 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN21 TAW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 18,864 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 16,821 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 15,583 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 15,309 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 15,260 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 14,932 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 14,626 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 14,575 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 14,516 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 14,224 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 13,832 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 13,319 miles

Front Brake slightly binding

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 12,558 miles

Front brake binding slighty

Pass 23 Sep 2013 11,651 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2013 11,651 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 10,615 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 10,436 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 10,053 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 9,350 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 8,300 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 7,950 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 6,668 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 5,414 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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N21 TAW 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 95.7%.

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 N21 TAW, 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 N21 TAW registered?

N21 TAW is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N21 TAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N21 TAW shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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