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S283 JJM

1998 Yamaha XV535

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

11,875 mi
Last recorded11,875 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS283 JJM
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 11,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

gear change linkage worn

Pass 26 Jul 2025 11,862 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

gear change lever linkage worn

Pass 25 Jul 2024 11,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

gear change lever linkage worn

Pass 1 Aug 2023 11,502 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jul 2023 11,502 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 38,079 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 35,957 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 35,070 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 35,010 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 35,008 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 34,475 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 34,467 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 34,123 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 33,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 33,232 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 33,232 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 23,399 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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S283 JJM is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S283 JJM, 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

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What year was S283 JJM registered?

S283 JJM is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S283 JJM safe to buy?

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