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N998 UAV

1996 Yamaha XT350

Black Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,390 mi
Last recorded16,390 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XT35013,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN998 UAV
MakeYamaha
ModelXT350
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 16,390 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 16,255 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 16,187 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 16,147 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 16,132 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel fixing missing (multiple fixings) missing split pin (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 15,132 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 9,049 miles

cracking on the rear tyre not through to the chord

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT350?

Based on 6,014 MOT tests across 799 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
251
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
799
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 75
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 68
Horn not working 47
Direction indicators not working 42
Headlamp aim too high 42
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N998 UAV is a 1996 Yamaha XT350 in Black with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XT350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 13,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT350 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N998 UAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT350 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha XT350 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N998 UAV registered?

N998 UAV is a 1996 Yamaha XT350, first registered on 6 January 1996.

Is N998 UAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N998 UAV shows 7 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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