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AWY 471S

1978 Yamaha XS1100

Red Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,303 mi
Last recorded35,303 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2008
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS110030,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWY 471S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2008 35,303 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 33,639 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 32,588 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS1100?

Based on 3,201 MOT tests across 603 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
404
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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AWY 471S is a 1978 Yamaha XS1100 in Red with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 30,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AWY 471S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AWY 471S registered?

AWY 471S is a 1978 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 23 May 1978.

Is AWY 471S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWY 471S shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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