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R129 FDX

1998 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

33,504 mi
Last recorded33,504 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 FDX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 33,504 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 32,865 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 32,273 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 31,931 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 30,929 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 29,548 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 28,507 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 26,838 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 24,547 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 23,368 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 22,622 miles

Advise slight movement in rear swing arm pivot

Pass 16 Jun 2015 18,491 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 17,801 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 17,801 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 16,150 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2011 14,478 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 12,851 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2009 9,349 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 6,051 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 2,147 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 1,021 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 377 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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R129 FDX is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R129 FDX, 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 R129 FDX registered?

R129 FDX is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R129 FDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R129 FDX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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