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R218 HVW

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,518 mi
Last recorded19,518 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR218 HVW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2014 19,518 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 19,511 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 19,501 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 19,493 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 19,483 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 19,471 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 19,471 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 19,461 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 19,440 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 19,440 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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R218 HVW is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R218 HVW, 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 R218 HVW?

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What year was R218 HVW registered?

R218 HVW is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 16 June 1998.

Is R218 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R218 HVW shows 10 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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