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BLN 502T

1978 Yamaha XS1100

Silver Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,437 mi
Last recorded4,437 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS110030,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLN 502T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2019 4,437 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 4,295 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 4,133 miles

front tyre worn

slight brake bind

Pass 21 Jul 2015 4,028 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 1,452 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 1,405 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 1,400 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 1,241 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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BLN 502T is a 1978 Yamaha XS1100 in Silver with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 BLN 502T, 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.

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What year was BLN 502T registered?

BLN 502T is a 1978 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 12 September 1978.

Is BLN 502T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLN 502T shows 8 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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