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N238 WOD

1996 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,632 mi
Last recorded26,632 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN238 WOD
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 26,632 miles

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR NOT WORKING RUSTY SPOKES IN FRONT AND REAR WHEELS SWINGARM IS RUSTY

Fail 15 Jul 2013 24,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 24,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 23,541 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 23,239 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 16 Aug 2011 23,238 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 3 Aug 2010 19,694 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 19,694 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 17,855 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 17,827 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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N238 WOD is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N238 WOD, 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 N238 WOD registered?

N238 WOD is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 25 May 1996.

Is N238 WOD safe to buy?

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