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R101 MTV

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,590 mi
Last recorded12,590 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 MTV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2012 12,590 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 12,099 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 12,099 miles

Offside Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 6 May 2009 12,187 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 12,099 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV535?

Based on 57,304 MOT tests across 5,559 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
352
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
5,559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 785
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 408
reflector on motorcycle missing 344
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 324
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 324
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R101 MTV is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 13,607 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 XV535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 785 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R101 MTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R101 MTV registered?

R101 MTV is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R101 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 MTV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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