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T218 RCF

1999 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

11,847 mi
Last recorded11,847 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV53513,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT218 RCF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 11,847 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Slight runout of steel wheel. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2025 10,202 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 8,408 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 8,368 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 8,152 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 7,926 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 7,451 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 7,402 miles

front tyre just starting to perish on side walls

Fail 2 Jul 2019 7,402 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

front tyre just starting to perish on side walls

Pass 26 Jun 2018 6,693 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 6,252 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 6,116 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 6,105 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 6,089 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 5,700 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 5,666 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 5,517 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 4,976 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 4,790 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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T218 RCF is a 1999 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 T218 RCF, 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 T218 RCF registered?

T218 RCF is a 1999 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 25 June 1999.

Is T218 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T218 RCF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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