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R646 OUS

1998 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,561 mi
Last recorded16,561 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xv17,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR646 OUS
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 16,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 16,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 16,334 miles

exhaust noise loud

Fail 23 Aug 2024 16,334 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

exhaust noise loud

Pass 7 Aug 2023 15,863 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front foot rest sharp edge at ends, nearside and offside

Front handle bar sharp edge at ends

Pass 20 Jul 2021 15,213 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 12,811 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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R646 OUS is a 1998 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 17,682 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 Xv fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R646 OUS, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R646 OUS registered?

R646 OUS is a 1998 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R646 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R646 OUS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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