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S498 AMW

1999 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,722 mi
Last recorded31,722 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV53513,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS498 AMW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 31,722 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil left side fork leg slight mist of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 31,662 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 31,623 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 31,346 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 31,345 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear mudguard that holds rear light, indicator, reg plate is corroded and very loose (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 31,039 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 30,820 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Mudguard corroded and loose. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 30,364 miles

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

rear mudguard slightly loose

Pass 13 Jul 2018 29,530 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Play in front swingarm mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 28,821 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 28,063 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 27,294 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 26,507 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 26,507 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 25,675 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 24,935 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 24,304 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 23,306 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 22,379 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 21,039 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 19,491 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 18,546 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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S498 AMW is a 1999 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 13,422 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 S498 AMW, 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 27 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 S498 AMW registered?

S498 AMW is a 1999 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 4 February 1999.

Is S498 AMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S498 AMW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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