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S246 UUJ

1998 Yamaha XV535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

8,918 mi
Last recorded8,918 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS246 UUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 8,918 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 8,833 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 8,481 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 8,227 miles

Nearside Front Upper left grip slightly loose

Pass 20 Jul 2021 7,987 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 7,987 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 7,535 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 7,090 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 7,028 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 5,879 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 30 Mar 2016 5,879 miles

Direction indicators not working Front near side indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Brake light not working (1.3.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2015 5,717 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 5,042 miles

Engine running poorly, possible fuel problem.

Pass 28 Nov 2008 5,041 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 4,834 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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S246 UUJ is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S246 UUJ, 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 S246 UUJ registered?

S246 UUJ is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 16 December 1998.

Is S246 UUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S246 UUJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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