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R117 GGX

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,419 mi
Last recorded16,419 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 GGX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 16,419 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 16,301 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 16,301 miles

Central Front Lower Fork yoke insecure bottom bolts are missing (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 16,143 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 16,133 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 16,133 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 16,063 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 15,915 miles

headlight deflector fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2016 15,705 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 15,480 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 15,306 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 15,017 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

small damage number plate

Pass 5 Mar 2012 14,891 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2011 14,555 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2010 14,515 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2009 14,110 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 17 Mar 2009 14,110 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 14,001 miles

headlamp taped up for pattern

play noted in rear swing arm bushes

Pass 12 Oct 2006 13,561 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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R117 GGX is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R117 GGX, 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.

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What year was R117 GGX registered?

R117 GGX is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R117 GGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 GGX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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