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R513 ESG

1997 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

30,154 mi
Last recorded30,154 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR513 ESG
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 30,154 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 29,779 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2024 29,734 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 29,715 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 29,686 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 29,443 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 29,404 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 27,787 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 25,072 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 12,300 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 12,194 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 12,051 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv?

Based on 3,425 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
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R513 ESG is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,868 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xv fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R513 ESG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R513 ESG registered?

R513 ESG is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is R513 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R513 ESG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R513 ESG have outstanding finance?

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