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BPO 477W

1981 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,007 mi
Last recorded1,007 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS110038,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPO 477W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 1,007 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 996 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 569 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 483 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 2 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009
Fail 12 Dec 2009

An item not tested (Manual)

Pass 4 Sep 2006

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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BPO 477W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 38,833 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 BPO 477W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BPO 477W registered?

BPO 477W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is BPO 477W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPO 477W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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