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R346 FGV

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

7,446 mi
Last recorded7,446 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR346 FGV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 7,446 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2026 7,446 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 7,397 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 7,360 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 7,225 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 6,841 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 6,836 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 6,829 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 6,808 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 6,759 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 6,759 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2009 6,703 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 6,695 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 6,630 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 6,410 miles

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

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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R346 FGV is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R346 FGV, 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 R346 FGV registered?

R346 FGV is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 23 May 1998.

Is R346 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R346 FGV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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