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B16 VLJ

2005 Yamaha XVS1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

3,007 mi
Last recorded3,007 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XVS110013,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 VLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS1100
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 3,007 miles

Rear Registration plate slightly damaged but not likely to be misread

Pass 7 May 2015 2,993 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 2,890 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 2,840 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 2,840 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 26 May 2012 2,766 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 2,650 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 2,165 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 2,104 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 1,966 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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B16 VLJ is a 2005 Yamaha XVS1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XVS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 13,342 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 B16 VLJ, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha XVS1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B16 VLJ registered?

B16 VLJ is a 2005 Yamaha XVS1100, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is B16 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 VLJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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