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S605 JRN

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,097 mi
Last recorded21,097 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS605 JRN
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 21,097 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 20,734 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 20,093 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 19,548 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 18,661 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 17,822 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 16,695 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 16,695 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 16,582 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 16,393 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 16,191 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 15,632 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 15,632 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 12,970 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 12,940 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,636 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 12,625 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 12,625 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 11,628 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 11,450 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 11,240 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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S605 JRN is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S605 JRN, 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 S605 JRN registered?

S605 JRN is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S605 JRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S605 JRN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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