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R354 KGP

1998 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,587 mi
Last recorded48,587 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR354 KGP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2024 48,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No mirrors fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 48,481 miles

Both tyres badly perished

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 47,613 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 1,031 miles

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

front tyre has deep cracks but does not reach cords

Fail 9 Sep 2013 1,026 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

front tyre has deep cracks but does not reach cords

Pass 15 Sep 2007 28,261 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 25,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2006 25,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R354 KGP is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R354 KGP, 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 R354 KGP registered?

R354 KGP is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R354 KGP safe to buy?

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