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N278 WUX

1996 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,444 mi
Last recorded22,444 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV53514,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN278 WUX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 22,444 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 22,324 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 22,103 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 22,095 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 21,652 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 20,938 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm pivot point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 20,918 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 20,885 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play Both lower shocker bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 20,845 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively lower shocker bush worn (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Aug 2015 20,820 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 20,765 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 20,750 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 20,402 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 17,234 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 16,280 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 14,138 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 9,073 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 9,063 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 8,207 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 7,150 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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N278 WUX is a 1996 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N278 WUX, 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 N278 WUX registered?

N278 WUX is a 1996 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 June 1996.

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