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R28 SDF

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,870 mi
Last recorded10,870 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR28 SDF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 10,870 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 10,735 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 10,237 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 9,684 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 9,683 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 9,502 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 9,502 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 9,096 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 8,764 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 7,814 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 6,686 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 5,822 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 5,156 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 3,441 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 1,657 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 1,565 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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R28 SDF is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R28 SDF, 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.

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How do I check the history of R28 SDF?

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What year was R28 SDF registered?

R28 SDF is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R28 SDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R28 SDF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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