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R696 DRE

1997 Yamaha 535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

14,062 mi
Last recorded14,062 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha 53512,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR696 DRE
MakeYamaha
Model535
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 14,062 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 8,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside handle bar grip slightly loose

Pass 17 Aug 2024 6,537 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 6,175 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 5,563 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 4,853 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 3,885 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 3,498 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 3,041 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 2,842 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 2,597 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 2,528 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 2,339 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 2,333 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2013 2,163 miles

front tyre cracked on sidewalls

rear tyre cracked on sidewalls

Pass 14 Mar 2011 2,125 miles

front tyre cracked on side walls

rear tyre cracked on sidewalls

Pass 14 May 2009 1,530 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 1,539 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 1,536 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 1,501 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha 535?

Based on 1,147 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
387
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Headlamp aim too high 6
Direction indicator not working 6
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
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R696 DRE is a 1997 Yamaha 535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 12,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R696 DRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R696 DRE registered?

R696 DRE is a 1997 Yamaha 535, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R696 DRE safe to buy?

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