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R165 VLL

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,370 mi
Last recorded42,370 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR165 VLL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2022 42,370 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 41,776 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 40,237 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 39,231 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 38,235 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 38,155 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 37,184 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 36,175 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 34,844 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 34,095 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 33,449 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 32,232 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 30,764 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 28,996 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 27,328 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 25,927 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 24,282 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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R165 VLL is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R165 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

How do I check the history of R165 VLL?

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What year was R165 VLL registered?

R165 VLL is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R165 VLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R165 VLL shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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