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R537 VSM

2001 Yamaha XT225

White Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

19,646 mi
Last recorded19,646 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XT22519,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR537 VSM
MakeYamaha
ModelXT225
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 19,646 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 19,381 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 19,279 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 19,166 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 19,028 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 18,575 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 18,575 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2017 18,540 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play at shocker (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

tyre slightly perished

Fail 5 May 2017 18,540 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play at shocker (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

tyre slightly perished

Pass 19 May 2016 18,412 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive front most bush (2.4.B.4)

Pass 9 Sep 2014
Pass 8 Oct 2013 17,977 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 17,896 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 17,829 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 17,829 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 16 Jan 2010 17,169 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2010 17,169 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 17,151 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 17,105 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 17,005 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 16,391 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT225?

Based on 2,545 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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R537 VSM is a 2001 Yamaha XT225 in White with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XT225 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 19,069 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 XT225 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R537 VSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT225 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha XT225 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R537 VSM is a 2001 Yamaha XT225, first registered on 23 October 2001.

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