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B243 BRO

1985 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,718 mi
Last recorded9,718 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB243 BRO
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 9,718 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2016 3,301 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Surface corrosion around steering headstock- attention may be required

Pass 25 Apr 2014 13,239 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 13,031 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 13,026 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 12,205 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2009 11,548 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 9,918 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 9,515 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 9,515 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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B243 BRO is a 1985 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B243 BRO, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B243 BRO registered?

B243 BRO is a 1985 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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The MOT history for B243 BRO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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