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N349 RHO

1996 Yamaha Xv 535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

13,061 mi
Last recorded13,061 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv 53513,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN349 RHO
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 13,061 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 Apr 2026 13,061 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 13,047 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 13,047 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 12,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 May 2019 12,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2018 11,719 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 11,719 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2016 11,000 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 11,000 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2013 10,695 miles

front tyre sidewall perished

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 10,672 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 10,464 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 535?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
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N349 RHO is a 1996 Yamaha Xv 535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Xv 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 13,047 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 Xv 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N349 RHO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Xv 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N349 RHO registered?

N349 RHO is a 1996 Yamaha Xv 535, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is N349 RHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N349 RHO shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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