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C311 GVU

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,620 mi
Last recorded8,620 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC311 GVU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 8,620 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Front front tyre has cracking to sidewalls, not exposing chords yet, monitor closely for further deterioration

Fail 25 May 2021 8,609 miles

Front Horn not working horn not working and affects other lights (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre has multiple cracks in side wall, and a large cut in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Front front tyre has cracking to sidewalls, not exposing chords yet, monitor closely for further deterioration

Pass 8 Mar 2019 6,680 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 6,672 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 6,372 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 5,206 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 5,104 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV1100?

Based on 15,331 MOT tests across 1,427 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
444
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,427
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 190
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 67
wheel bearings have excessive free play 65
Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 49
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C311 GVU is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 18,070 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C311 GVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XV1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C311 GVU registered?

C311 GVU is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is C311 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C311 GVU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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