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R853 FNH

1998 Yamaha Xv 535

Yellow Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,977 mi
Last recorded20,977 miles
Recorded on25 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xv 53514,005 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR853 FNH
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 535
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2012 20,977 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 20,828 miles
Fail 21 May 2011

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 17,645 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

rear susp/stiff

front brake pads and front tyre need replacing

Pass 24 Oct 2008 17,335 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 15,923 miles

1. corrosion on swingarm 2, corrosion on front mudguard 3, rear shocks corroded

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

Front Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 14,116 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 535?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
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R853 FNH is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 535 in Yellow with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xv 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 14,005 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R853 FNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Xv 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R853 FNH registered?

R853 FNH is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 535, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R853 FNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R853 FNH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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