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S205 LER

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,423 mi
Last recorded6,423 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS205 LER
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 6,423 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 5,989 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2023 5,988 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 4,734 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 4,705 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 4,681 miles

front mudguard missing

Pass 10 May 2017 4,667 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 3,837 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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S205 LER is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S205 LER, 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.

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What year was S205 LER registered?

S205 LER is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is S205 LER safe to buy?

The MOT history for S205 LER shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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