Yamaha Xvs 1100 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Xvs 1100 car check
Is the Yamaha Xvs 1100 reliable? We analysed 1,157 real MOT tests across 151 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Xvs 1100 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Xvs 1100.
Yamaha Xvs 1100 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Xvs 1100. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Xvs 1100 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Xvs 1100 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Xvs 1100 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Xvs 1100 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Xvs 1100 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Xvs 1100 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Xvs 1100 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Xvs 1100 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Xvs 1100 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Xvs 1100 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 69 | 87.0% | 7,365 | 16,968 | 47,424 |
| 2005 | 81 | 90.1% | 7,161 | 9,093 | 13,833 |
| 2002 | 123 | 87.8% | 10,015 | 12,225 | 18,774 |
| 2001 | 128 | 85.2% | 10,454 | 18,562 | 31,617 |
| 2000 | 275 | 92.0% | 10,032 | 15,148 | 21,986 |
| 1999 | 168 | 88.1% | 8,968 | 15,231 | 27,370 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Xvs 1100 Last?
Based on 151 Yamaha Xvs 1100 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Xvs 1100 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Xvs 1100 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Xvs 1100
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.0% MOT pass rate from 275 tests
85.2% MOT pass rate from 128 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Xvs 1100 is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.0% across 275 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Xvs 1100 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Xvs 1100 THIS CAR | 90.1% | 1,157 | 14,389 mi | 27 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha FZS600 | 85% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Saab 9000 Cs I | 62.2% | 1,191 | 133,214 mi | 35 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Xvs 1100 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha Xvs 1100Should you buy a used Yamaha Xvs 1100?
The Yamaha Xvs 1100 has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.1% across 1,157 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha Xvs 1100 are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (10 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (6), and exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (4). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Yamaha Xvs 1100 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Yamaha Xvs 1100 owner drives around 544 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha Xvs 1100 models stay on UK roads for around 27 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.