Yamaha XV535

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 535 cc

L28 GRMMOT history

L28 GRM is a black petrol Yamaha XV535 first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 18,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
18,924 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 GRM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
XV535
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
535 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 GRM was last recorded at 18,924 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
18,916 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 18,924 miles
  • 2025 – 17,954 miles
  • 2024 – 17,790 miles
  • 2022 – 17,758 miles
  • 2020 – 17,506 miles
  • 2019 – 17,313 miles
  • 2018 – 17,038 miles
  • 2017 – 16,624 miles
  • 2016 – 16,023 miles
  • 2015 – 15,377 miles
  • 2014 – 15,224 miles
  • 2011 – 15,187 miles
  • 2010 – 14,427 miles
  • 2009 – 13,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass18,924 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass18,924 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    18,924 miles
    Test number
    477833905491
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail18,916 miles (+962)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,916 miles
    Test number
    108243701040
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass17,954 miles (+164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    17,954 miles
    Test number
    276781439681
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass17,790 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    17,790 miles
    Test number
    795625251778
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass17,758 miles (+252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    17,758 miles
    Test number
    681919891864
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass17,506 miles (+193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    17,506 miles
    Test number
    353515139904
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  7. Pass17,313 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    17,313 miles
    Test number
    129828065685
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

  8. Fail17,313 miles (+275)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,313 miles
    Test number
    482425507025
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

  9. Pass17,038 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    17,038 miles
    Test number
    336866757373
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

  10. Fail17,038 miles (+414)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,038 miles
    Test number
    828342829424
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

  11. Pass16,624 miles (+601)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    16,624 miles
    Test number
    841226831982
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT AND REAR TYRES SHOWING SIGNS OF PERISHING
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength SPOKE NIPPLES (4.2.1a)

  12. Pass16,023 miles (+646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    16,023 miles
    Test number
    333964048581
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  13. Pass15,377 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    15,377 miles
    Test number
    105862245193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,224 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    15,224 miles
    Test number
    647146734163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail15,221 miles (+34)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,221 miles
    Test number
    849220034194
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

  16. Fail15,187 miles (+760)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,187 miles
    Test number
    715912671177
    • FailureExhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  17. Pass14,427 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    14,427 miles
    Test number
    441535660123
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  18. Fail14,426 miles (+731)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,426 miles
    Test number
    231825150401
    • FailureFront shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  19. Pass13,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    13,695 miles
    Test number
    880024609108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L28 GRM

Does L28 GRM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 GRM is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 GRM?
The MOT on L28 GRM is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 GRM done?
L28 GRM was recorded at 18,924 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 307 miles a year.
Has L28 GRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 GRM has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L28 GRM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L28 GRM find?
L28 GRM passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator insecure; exhaust noisy; front shock absorber has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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