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BRB 344T

1979 Yamaha XS1100

Silver Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,961 mi
Last recorded33,961 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2024
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS110032,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRB 344T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2024 33,961 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 33,634 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 33,364 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 33,324 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 33,136 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 32,854 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 32,101 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 31,280 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 30,586 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 29,700 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 29,700 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 29,486 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 29,482 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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BRB 344T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100 in Silver with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,822 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 BRB 344T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BRB 344T registered?

BRB 344T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 23 March 1979.

Is BRB 344T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRB 344T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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