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FPA 472V

1979 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,892 mi
Last recorded52,892 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2010
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS110032,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPA 472V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2010 52,892 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 53,229 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 49,568 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 47,028 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 47,028 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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FPA 472V is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FPA 472V, 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 FPA 472V registered?

FPA 472V is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 24 September 1979.

Is FPA 472V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPA 472V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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