Yamaha XV535

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 535 cc

L51 BRNMOT history

L51 BRN is a black petrol Yamaha XV535 first used on 12 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 22,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
22,545 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L51 BRN
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
12 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L51 BRN was last recorded at 22,545 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Aug 2012: 21,582 miles, lower than 34,344 miles on 5 Aug 2011.
  • 29 Jul 2025: 22,403 miles, lower than 23,300 miles on 23 Jul 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
22,410 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
135 miles
Average per year
302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 22,545 miles
  • 2025 – 22,410 miles
  • 2024 – 23,300 miles
  • 2023 – 22,203 miles
  • 2022 – 22,081 miles
  • 2021 – 22,033 miles
  • 2013 – 21,850 miles
  • 2012 – 21,582 miles
  • 2011 – 34,344 miles
  • 2007 – 18,952 miles
  • 2006 – 16,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass22,545 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryGear lever pedal bent

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 Brake fluid below minimum mark

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • High beam pass not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Swingarm rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass22,545 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    22,545 miles
    Test number
    648691125127
    • MinorRear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryGear lever pedal bent

  2. Fail22,545 miles (+135)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,545 miles
    Test number
    967032309692
    • MajorFront Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MinorRear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryGear lever pedal bent

  3. Pass22,410 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    22,410 miles
    Test number
    874105299078
    • MinorFront Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  4. Fail22,403 miles (-897)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,403 miles
    Test number
    121963477901
    • 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))
    • MinorFront Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  5. Pass23,300 miles (+1,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    23,300 miles
    Test number
    175045701567
    • AdvisoryFront tyre perrished

  6. Pass22,203 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    22,203 miles
    Test number
    296128012421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass22,081 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    22,081 miles
    Test number
    599884765496
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHigh beam pass not working
    • AdvisorySwingarm rusty

  8. Fail22,081 miles (+48)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,081 miles
    Test number
    932570596170
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHigh beam pass not working
    • AdvisorySwingarm rusty

  9. Pass22,033 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    22,033 miles
    Test number
    255324546536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,850 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    21,850 miles
    Test number
    766820743258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

  11. Fail21,850 miles (+268)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,850 miles
    Test number
    305970343420
    • FailureRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

  12. Pass21,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    21,582 miles
    Test number
    196466012272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail21,582 miles (-12,762)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,582 miles
    Test number
    898126712237
    • DangerousHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

  14. Pass34,344 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    34,344 miles
    Test number
    205037811283
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  15. Fail34,344 miles (+15,392)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,344 miles
    Test number
    475497811213
    • DangerousAn item not tested (Manual)
    • DangerousAn item not tested (Manual)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  16. Pass18,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    18,952 miles
    Test number
    473925627438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail18,952 miles (+2,346)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,952 miles
    Test number
    493653417404
    • FailureExhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  18. Pass16,606 miles (+28)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,606 miles
    Test number
    152678016392
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
    • NoteRear no plate type

  19. Fail16,578 miles1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,578 miles
    Test number
    862283516360
    • DangerousNail in rear tyre
    • FailureFront Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)

Questions about L51 BRN

Does L51 BRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L51 BRN is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L51 BRN?
The MOT on L51 BRN is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L51 BRN done?
L51 BRN was recorded at 22,545 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 302 miles a year.
Has L51 BRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L51 BRN has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L51 BRN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 3 Aug 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L51 BRN find?
L51 BRN passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned; steering headbearing has slight free play; gear lever pedal bent.

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