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R29 FNE

1998 Yamaha XV535

Maroon Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

26,919 mi
Last recorded26,919 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 FNE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 26,919 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 26,051 miles

clutch cable adjuster bent.

Pass 21 Jul 2017 24,996 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 23,670 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded front mudguard (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. front (4.2.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2016 23,670 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil r/h (2.3.3)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded front mudguard (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. front (4.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 22,982 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 21,285 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 18,497 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 15,955 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 15,955 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 12,667 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 10,435 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 7,974 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 7,124 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 7,124 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 7,089 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 7,027 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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R29 FNE is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Maroon with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R29 FNE, 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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What year was R29 FNE registered?

R29 FNE is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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