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P164 PAF

1996 Yamaha 535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

40,618 mi
Last recorded40,618 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha 53520,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP164 PAF
MakeYamaha
Model535
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 40,618 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 39,539 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 38,599 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 37,779 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 37,769 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 37,701 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 37,688 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 37,273 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 37,128 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 37,128 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 36,431 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 36,430 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 33,507 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 29,324 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 29,104 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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P164 PAF is a 1996 Yamaha 535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P164 PAF, 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 P164 PAF registered?

P164 PAF is a 1996 Yamaha 535, first registered on 13 September 1996.

Is P164 PAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P164 PAF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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