CarVerify

Free Car Check

S150 RUJ

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 534cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,274 mi
Last recorded18,274 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS150 RUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine534cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 18,274 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 18,274 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 17,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp mounting slightly loose

Fail 1 Mar 2025 17,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp mounting slightly loose

Pass 3 Jan 2024 16,072 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 14,471 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 14,436 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 May 2016 14,378 miles

cracks in tread on front tyre

Fail 7 May 2015 14,196 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 May 2015 14,196 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 14,113 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 14,072 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 14,056 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 13,913 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 13,411 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
Full Yamaha XV535 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S150 RUJ is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 534cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S150 RUJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S150 RUJ?

You can check the full history of S150 RUJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S150 RUJ registered?

S150 RUJ is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 7 October 1998.

Is S150 RUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S150 RUJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S150 RUJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S150 RUJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.