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R28 KUA

1997 Yamaha Xv 535

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,168 mi
Last recorded5,168 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv 53511,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR28 KUA
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 535
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 5,168 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 5,159 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 5,095 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 5,094 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 4,915 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 4,768 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 4,581 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 535?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
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R28 KUA is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 535 in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 11,376 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 Xv 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R28 KUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R28 KUA registered?

R28 KUA is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 535, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R28 KUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R28 KUA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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