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N318 AEO

1996 Yamaha 535

Red Petrol 534cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

14,636 mi
Last recorded14,636 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha 53520,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN318 AEO
MakeYamaha
Model535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine534cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 14,636 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 14,633 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 14,594 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 14,373 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 14,143 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 13,889 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 13,470 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 12,821 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 11,487 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 9,274 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 9,136 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 8,992 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 8,901 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 8,474 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 7,697 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 7,697 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 4,338 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha 535?

Based on 1,147 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
387
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Headlamp aim too high 6
Direction indicator not working 6
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
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N318 AEO is a 1996 Yamaha 535 in Red with a 534cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 20,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N318 AEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N318 AEO registered?

N318 AEO is a 1996 Yamaha 535, first registered on 5 April 1996.

Is N318 AEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N318 AEO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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