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R389 EEV

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,738 mi
Last recorded51,738 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 EEV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2015 51,738 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 49,122 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 46,977 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 45,714 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2012 45,698 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2011 42,442 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 39,176 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 35,926 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 32,488 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 29,549 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 27,222 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 24,787 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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R389 EEV is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R389 EEV, 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.

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What year was R389 EEV registered?

R389 EEV is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R389 EEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R389 EEV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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