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R349 EWX

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,169 mi
Last recorded21,169 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR349 EWX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 21,169 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 20,928 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 20,759 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 145 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 66 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 19,599 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 16,145 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 12,496 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 11,900 miles

Stering head bearing feels slightly knotchy

Pass 3 Oct 2013 11,430 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 11,017 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 9,648 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 7,516 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 7,513 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 4,623 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 4,194 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 4,062 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 3,392 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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R349 EWX is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 R349 EWX, 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

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What year was R349 EWX registered?

R349 EWX is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R349 EWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R349 EWX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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