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N252 JLA

1996 Yamaha XV535

Beige Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,335 mi
Last recorded14,335 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN252 JLA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 14,335 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 14,335 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 14,217 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 14,127 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 13,600 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 13,239 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 13,036 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 May 2016 12,819 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 6 May 2016 12,819 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 May 2015 12,669 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 May 2014 12,278 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 11,889 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 11,616 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 11,265 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 11,246 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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N252 JLA is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Beige with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N252 JLA, 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 N252 JLA registered?

N252 JLA is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 9 May 1996.

Is N252 JLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N252 JLA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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