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AJ08 YAM

2008 Yamaha XVS1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,640 mi
Last recorded12,640 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XVS110011,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ08 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS1100
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2025 12,640 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 12,517 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 12,003 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 11,768 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 11,695 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 11,403 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 11,289 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 10,536 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 8,707 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 6,049 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 5,218 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 3,801 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS1100?

Based on 28,737 MOT tests across 2,268 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
644
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 360
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 108
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 76
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AJ08 YAM is a 2008 Yamaha XVS1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XVS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 11,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVS1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 360 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ08 YAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XVS1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ08 YAM registered?

AJ08 YAM is a 2008 Yamaha XVS1100, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AJ08 YAM safe to buy?

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