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R162 VLL

1998 Yamaha XV535

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,275 mi
Last recorded12,275 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR162 VLL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 12,275 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 11,958 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Oil leak

Fail 19 Aug 2022 11,927 miles

Brake component insecure rear brake arm split pin missing lower. (1.1.21 (c))

Brake component insecure rear brake arm split pin missing top (1.1.21 (c))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 11,633 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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R162 VLL is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R162 VLL, 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 R162 VLL registered?

R162 VLL is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R162 VLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R162 VLL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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