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R240 SES

1998 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,576 mi
Last recorded10,576 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR240 SES
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 May 2024 10,576 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 10,580 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 10,300 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 9,510 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 9,428 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 8,831 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 8,057 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 7,970 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 7,934 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 6,820 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 6,280 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 5,712 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 4,275 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 4,096 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 3,939 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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R240 SES is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 R240 SES, 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 R240 SES?

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What year was R240 SES registered?

R240 SES is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R240 SES safe to buy?

The MOT history for R240 SES shows 15 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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