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R603 YOW

1997 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

6,124 mi
Last recorded6,124 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV53515,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR603 YOW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 6,124 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 6,085 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 6,074 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 6,074 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 6,030 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 5,872 miles

number plate on the left hand side

Fail 30 Apr 2018 5,872 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

number plate on the left hand side

Pass 11 Apr 2017 5,230 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 5,230 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 4,737 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 4,196 miles

Ind`s flashing a little fast

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jul 2013 4,151 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2012 3,375 miles

Exhausts noisey

Fail 10 Jul 2012 3,375 miles

Exhausts noisey

Offside Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 1,939 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 1,939 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2010 1,768 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2009 29,277 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 29,277 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2008 739 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 739 miles

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

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 4 May 2007 27,614 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 23,625 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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R603 YOW is a 1997 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 15,324 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 R603 YOW, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R603 YOW registered?

R603 YOW is a 1997 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 28 October 1997.

Is R603 YOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R603 YOW shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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