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R638 TLW

1997 Yamaha Xv 535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

10,404 mi
Last recorded10,404 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv 53511,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR638 TLW
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 535
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 10,404 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 10,402 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 9,999 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 9,488 miles

tyre walls contaminated with something slippery

Pass 4 Jul 2018 8,937 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 8,937 miles

Direction indicator likely to become detached nearside rear indicator (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Jun 2015 8,770 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 8,770 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 8,577 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 7,180 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 535?

Based on 1,273 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
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R638 TLW is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 11,376 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 Xv 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R638 TLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R638 TLW registered?

R638 TLW is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 535, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is R638 TLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R638 TLW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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